The Expert Group on the Economic and Societal Impact of Research and Innovation (ESIR) has recently started its third mandate.
The ESIR group comprises 16 high-level experts from different backgrounds and is chaired by Katherine Richardson, Professor in Biological Oceanography, Globe Institute & Leader Sustainability Science Centre at the University of Copenhagen.
The experts will continue to co-design policy briefs to provide the Commission and policy-makers with strategic advice on developing an evidence-based, transformative R&I policy that drives sustainability transitions in Europe. The group will also organise outreach activities to engage with relevant stakeholders.
During the 2022-2023 mandate, the ESIR group produced five publications and participated in several public events to discuss and exchange ideas.