Development of Knowledge and Vocational Skills for Transition to Sustainable Peri-urban Areas with Integrated Climate Solutions
PeriNEXT is an Erasmus+ KA210-VET project funded by the Portuguese National Agency. It aims to support the transition of peri-urban areas, those located between rural and urban zones, toward climate neutrality. PeriNEXT addresses critical environmental, social, and planning challenges caused by unregulated urban growth and climate change.
The project empowers VET professionals, such as urban planners, environmental and energy engineers, mobility experts, and social specialists with advanced knowledge and interdisciplinary tools. Through national workshops, international collaboration, and digital toolkits, PeriNEXT promotes climate-smart planning and innovative solutions for sustainable development.
PeriNEXT will deliver key outputs including the Climate Neutral Awareness Kit, the Discover Today brainstorming workshop, and the Design Our Tomorrow International Ideathon. These activities will help VET institutions and local authorities strengthen their capacity to implement inclusive, replicable, and future-proof climate strategies across Europe. The project emphasizes hands-on learning, cross-sector collaboration, and real-world application. All results will be openly accessible and designed to support long-term impact beyond the project’s lifetime.
PeriNEXT aims to support climate-smart transitions in peri-urban areas through targeted actions in education, innovation, and sustainable planning. To achieve this, our objectives are as follows:
PeriNEXT delivers practical and scalable results to support climate-smart development in peri-urban areas. The project generates the following key results to support its goals:
Who We Empower
Empowering Change-Makers in Peri-Urban Transformation
PeriNEXT targets a diverse range of stakeholders working at the intersection of urban development, sustainability, and vocational education. The target groups play a vital role in shaping climate-resilient solutions for peri-urban areas and ensuring their effective implementation.
- Urban Planners and Architects: They contribute strategic vision and spatial design expertise to support sustainable land use and infrastructure planning in peri-urban zones.
- Environmental and Energy Engineers: Their technical knowledge is essential for integrating renewable energy, circular systems, and low-impact technologies into local planning.
- Mobility Experts: They develop smart and sustainable transport systems that reduce emissions and improve accessibility across peri-urban regions.
- Social Work Professionals: They ensure that climate strategies address social equity, inclusion, and community well-being in the transition process.
- VET Trainers and Institutions: These actors integrate sustainability into education and training, equipping learners with the green skills required for future jobs.
- Local Policymakers and Authorities: Their involvement ensures that proposed solutions align with regional priorities and are embedded in long-term governance frameworks.
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