The European Union funds in the implementation of the concept of sustainable development in the context of financing projects related to the re- use of Europe’s cultural heritage
The European Union funds in the implementation of the concept of sustainable development in the context of financing projects related to the re- use of Europe’s cultural heritage

Summary/Abstract: The subject of this article is to bring closer to readers, especially the local and regional authorities (as beneficiaries of EU funds) knowledge about opportunities offered by the cultural heritage in the implementation of the sustainable development principles in all dimensions: economic, social, environmental and cultural. Local authorities are often unable to cope with the proper use of available resources of cultural heritage, and although the functioning and development of cities and regions is largely based on the principle of sustainable development (at least according to development strategies), it is often difficult for local authorities to see the opportunity in available heritage to create benefits for society, economy, environment and culture in a given area. And although the local governments are aware of the potential for funding from the European Union in various areas, they often overlook the possibility of obtaining funding specifically related to the cultural heritage. This is a barrier in the implementation of UE policies related to cultural heritage in Europe especially in countries of Central and Eastern Europe. The article also acquaints the readers with the European Union policy on the cultural heritage of Europe and the financing of projects related to its use in programming period 2014–2020.

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