CoLABOR Attends the National Launch of the European EIPM 2.0 Project
CoLABOR attended the national launch event for the European project EIPM 2.0 – Supporting Evidence-Informed Policymaking for the Twin Transition, which took place on March 19, 2026.
The launch event brought together policymakers, researchers, European institutions, and representatives of civil society, fostering the exchange of experiences, the identification of priorities, and the strengthening of cooperation among the various stakeholders.
CoLABOR’s involvement at this time is part of its ongoing commitment to promoting evidence-based public policies and its role as a bridge between science, public policy, and society.
This project comes at a time when Portugal has been stepping up its efforts to incorporate scientific evidence into the design, implementation, and evaluation of public policies. Recent progress includes the strengthening of strategic planning, the improvement of knowledge governance mechanisms, and greater coordination between the public administration and the scientific community.
Despite these advances, structural challenges remain that hinder the systematic use of evidence in policymaking, notably the fragmentation of responsibilities, the limited institutionalization of scientific advisory structures, and insufficient coordination among academia, policymakers, and civil society.
It is within this context that the EIPM 2.0 project has emerged, a multinational initiative involving Portugal, Austria, Cyprus, France, Ireland, Poland, and Spain. Funded by SG REFORM and implemented by the Joint Research Centre (JRC), the project will last 30 months, with a planned start in the second half of 2025, and aims to strengthen the institutional foundations for evidence-informed public policies, contributing to better preparation for the ecological and digital transitions.
In Portugal, the project involves five organizations: PLANAPP, as the national coordinator; ARTE and DGEPA, which specialize in public policy; CLA, which handles the scientific aspects; and CES, which focuses on stakeholder engagement. Together, these organizations aim to improve the quality of public policy and strengthen the country’s capacity to address the challenges of the twin transition.