Stories brings together the people, ideas and experiences behind I3 projects. Here you can explore how projects are built, how partners work together across regions, and how interregional collaboration translates into real change on the ground.
Through interviews with project coordinators, news articles, project case studies and a good practice database, this page highlights both the journey and the results of I3 projects. It showcases lessons learned, challenges faced and successes achieved, alongside concrete outcomes and impact.
Whether you are looking for inspiration, practical examples or a deeper understanding of how I3 projects evolve over time, Stories offers a rich and accessible entry point into the I3 project landscape.
Success stories
Inspiring summaries and critical details of each I3 project, offering a snapshot of objectives achieved, impacts with numbers, and outcomes
Good practice database
A curated selection of proven approaches from I3 projects across Europe, showcasing what works in interregional collaboration, innovation and investment.
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Analytical articles
Bridging innovation across borders: the links between the Thematic Smart Specialisation Partnerships (TSSPs) and Interregional Innovation Investments (I3) Instrument projects
Strengthening the EU’s raw materials value chains through interregional collaboration: the I4-GREEN case
Videos
Alongside these, the stories highlight the real world side of innovation, featuring the people, ideas, and regional transformations that bring the projects to life.
Together, they showcase the full spectrum of the I3 Instrument's achievements and the growing strength of interregional cooperation in Europe.