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Skills for Regional Residents for the Transition to Climate Neutrality

14.10.2026
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Project number6.-2.3.3/26/22
Project name:European Union Cohesion Policy Programme for 2021–2027, Specific Objective 6.1.1, “Addressing the economic, social and environmental effects of the transition to climate neutrality in the most affected regions,” Measure 6.1.1.5, “Upskilling of Employees and Support for Qualification Acquisition, and Support for Workforce Training in Line with Business Demand.”
Programme:Measure 6.1.1.5 “Upskilling of Employees and Support for Qualification Acquisition, and Support for Workforce Training in Line with Business Demand”
Topic:The objective of the project is to upgrade the skills of residents in the statistical regions of Kurzeme, Latgale, Vidzeme and Zemgale and support them in obtaining professional qualifications to meet labour market needs arising from the green transition of the economy. The project also aims to train specialists in short-cycle higher education programmes, including work-based learning, in line with the economic transformation priorities of the regions most affected by the transition to a climate-neutral economy.
Project Start Date:07.10.2026.
Project End Date:30.11.2029.
Lead Project Partner:State Education Development Agency (VIAA)
Project Summary:The objective of Just Transition Fund project No. 6.1.1.5/1/25/I/001, “Skills for Regional Residents for the Transition to Climate Neutrality,” is to promote the development and retraining of professional skills among regional residents by providing educational opportunities that meet labour market needs and supporting adaptation to the economic transition towards climate neutrality.
Daugavpils University (DU), based on the cooperation agreement concluded with the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) on 24 September 2026, participates in the implementation of the project by offering 11 study courses aimed at developing professional competencies and skills required in the labour market.
The implementation of the project will enhance residents’ competitiveness in the labour market, improve access to lifelong learning, and promote the sustainable economic development of the regions.
Information about the study courses and application process: https://stars.gov.lv
The project is implemented with the support of European Union funds.
Project Manager at Daugavpils University:Biruta Mūrniece
Additional Information:www.stars.gov.lv

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Additional information:
Biruta Mūrniece
Daugavpils University
Head of Project Preparation, Monitoring and Support at the Department of Research
biruta.murniece@du.lv