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Mobility and infrastructures (ICT)

Accessing mountain areas…

… is often connected with difficulties of different kinds such as:

  • mountain-bike-55368_1280The absence or insufficient quality of local and regional infrastructures
  • Public transport provision is often insufficient and not adapted to the specific needs of the mountain population
  • As an important toutistic destination, mountain areas suffer from individual transport of tourists
  • Transport, being a large CO2 producer, contributes to climate change
  • It is necessary to protect the environment from negative impacts caused by transport in mountain areas

Consequently sustainable solutions need to be found in order to guarantee that the mountain population can benefit from a transport system that is simultaneously effective, of high quality and has reduced negative impacts on the environment. These solutions can already be found in European mountain areas and it is necessary to exchange experiences aiming to better implement these good practices in other mountain regions.

Our actions

streetEuromontana startet to put a stronger focus on the question of mobility in 2010 when the preparations of the position paper on services of general interest were launched. This position paper will be soon available on the thematic page on services of general interest.

In December 2010, Euromontana participated in a scientific workshop on mobility and transport in mountain areas (SWOMM – Scientific workshop on mountain mobility and transport) to highlight the importance of the development of sustainable solutions in order to protect the environment.

In April 2014, Euromontana has participated to a public hearing organised by the Committee of the Regions on “Mobility in geographically and demographically challenged regions” to show difficulties but also good practices which exist in mountain areas.

In 2020, Euromontana contributed to the public consultation to shape the new EU Strategy for Sustainable and Smart Mobility to reaffirm the need to develop sustainable transport alternatives in rural areas and to consider the specificities of mountainous, remote and sparsely populated regions. See our response. Euromontana also made recommendations to make the 2021 European Year of Rail fully efficient by addressing the challenges of rail transports in mountain areas. See our response.

Projets

Euromontana is partner in a European INTERREG IVC project MOG “Move on Green“, which has as an objective to implement sustainable, “green” solutions as regards the transport sector in mountain and rural areas.

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The digital divide …

… can often be found in mountain areas where access to broadband is insufficient or even not existant at all. The challenge is therefore to implement innovative solutions that allow the mountain population and businesses to benefit from the advantages linked to good ICT infrastructure to the same degree as those living in lowland or urban areas.

Our actions

connection_ICTEuromontana started to put a stronger focus on the question of information and communication technologies (ICTs) and the digital divide in 2011, when the collaboration with the European digital forum for ICT in the Mountains (EMICT-Forum) was launched.
At the same time Euromontana started to build relationships with the Interreg IV B project CyberSUDOE. The project aims at improving the competitiveness of SMEs through the use of ICTs. More information and a guide of good practices are available on the webpage dedicated to this project.

In 2014, Euromontana has officially signed the Manifesto for High Speed Broadband in Rural areas to support high speed Internet in all rural areas.

Projects

Euromontana is partner in a European INTERREG IVC project , which started in 2012:

  • DANTE “Digital agenda for new tourism approach in European rural and mountain areas”, which aims at exchanging good practices on the use of ICT for development of tourism in our areas

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🧊 Glaciers matter for water, food and livelihoods in mountains and beyond. This is what we are highlighting this year on 11 December, International Mountain Day.Every year, this day provides an opportunity to emphasise the crucial importance of these areas in terms of natural resources, biodiversity, identity, cultural heritage, ways of life, and more resilient models. However, all of this is under threat from climate change, poorly targeted funding and negative perceptions of pastoral professions.Today, we are putting the spotlight on these endangered ice giants throughout our mountain ranges!Did you know that: 💧The Alps alone provide 40% of Europe's fresh water?💡Glacier retreat will reduce hydroelectric energy production by an average of 10% in the Alps and by up to 35% by 2070 compared to today?🌱68% of irrigated agricultural land in the plains depends directly on water runoff from the mountains? ⛰️By 2034 the Pyrenees will be ice-free?📢An appropriate governance of glacier is needed to counteract the rapid changes!🧊 By signing the manifesto for better European governance of glaciers alongside 80 other organisations, we are calling for immediate and targeted political responses to the economic, social and environmental impacts of climate change.Have a look 👉 www.euromontana.org/european-manifesto-for-a-governance-of-glaciers-and-connected-resources/ #IMD2025 #InternationalMountainDay #MountainsMatterMountain Partnership ... See MoreSee Less

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Euromontana was pleased to take part as an observer in the 16th Meeting of the Carpathian Convention Implementation Committee in Belgrade on 2–3 December. We were represented by Rey Adrian - Radu, Vice-President of Euromontana and President of Asociatia RoMontana ⛰️We welcomed the opportunity to underline the importance of stronger cooperation between European mountain regions, especially ahead of the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026 (IYRP2026), and to explore avenues for joint work on sustainable land management, resilient rural territories and pastoral practices 🌱 🐑 🐄 🤝 We look forward to continuing our collaboration with the Carpathian Convention and its members to protect mountain ecosystems and support the vitality of mountain communities across Europe!Photo Credits: SCC; Ministry of Environmental Protection of the Republic of Serbia. ... See MoreSee Less

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🐏 Join us next week for an inspiring online exchange dedicated to revitalizing pastoralism in Europe’s mountain and rural regions, ad part of the LIFE Programme project ShepForBio !This forum "Shepherding Futures: Training, Innovation, and Rural Revival" will bring together pastoral schools, experts, and practitioners to explore new approaches to training, knowledge sharing, and business innovation in extensive livestock systems 👀👉 Discover real-world experiences and case studies that show how shepherds’ education, ecological stewardship, and rural entrepreneurship can go hand in hand, ensuring a resilient and sustainable future for pastoral communities.📅 4 December from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.📍 Online www.euromontana.org/third-forum-with-european-pastoral-schools-shepherding-futures/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Euromontana est avec Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes et Sallanches.

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👀𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!Join us in the heart of the Alps for the 14th edition of the European Mountain Convention, organized by SUACI Montagn'Alpes and Euromontana, under the theme of extensive livestock farming and pastoral practices 👩‍🌾 🏔️ Taking place during the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralism 2026, the event will bring together farmers, researchers, policymakers, practitioners and mountain stakeholders from across Europe in the iconic Mont-Blanc region 📍 🔎 Over three days, participants will explore the social, environmental, and economic challenges and opportunities of extensive livestock farming in mountain areas. 👉 When? 9, 10 & 11 June 2026👉 Where? Sallanches, Haute-Savoie, France 🤔 Expect study visits, interactive workshops, political plenary sessions and more! Visit the webpage: www.euromontana.org/xiii-european-mountain-convention-home/In the meantime, stay informed! Subscribe to the dedicated EMC 2026 mailing list to make sure you don’t miss any key updates, from programme details to the opening of registrations docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsn28sgP9hVQ4qUO-pu5hwcETjxh5lk6zAqi0PElPJqk-YMQ/viewform?usp=h... #IYRP2026 #EMC2026 ... See MoreSee Less

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