The region Västra Götaland, in Sweden, is seeking partners for collaboration under the NEB 2026 calls

Region Västra Götaland (Sweden) is seeking European partners for collaboration under the New European Bauhaus (NEB) Horizon Europe 2026 calls. The region is interested in developing projects in three key areas: increasing citizen participation in spatial planning and place-making, transforming underused buildings into drivers of sustainable local development, and creating innovative business models for the renovation, maintenance, and adaptive reuse of existing buildings. Drawing on extensive experience in co-creation, circular economy, cultural heritage, and regional development, Västra Götaland offers strong networks, testing environments, and cross-sector collaboration involving municipalities, academia, civil society, and businesses. The region is looking for partners with expertise in social innovation, participatory planning, circular construction, regenerative materials, adaptive reuse, and sustainable urban and rural development. The expression of interest deadline is 7 September 2026.