The Academy of Economics is the organizer of the "Open Doors" event under the cross-border project "Green Region along the Blue Danube"
On 31 March 2026, the D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics – Svishtov hosted an Open Doors Event in a hybrid format under the project “A Green Region along the Blue Danube” – GREEN-Hard, Contract No. 284856/12.12.2025, Project Identification Number: ROBG00071, financed under the Interreg VI-A Romania – Bulgaria Programme 2021–2027, Priority: Green Region. The event brought together the Lead Beneficiary (University of Craiova, Romania), the project partners (D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics – Svishtov and Engage in Education Association Romania), members of the academic community, experts, students, and stakeholders from the cross-border Lower Danube Region.
The event was officially opened by Assoc. Prof. Marin Marinov, PhD – Rector of the D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics, who emphasized the importance of joint efforts for environmental protection, sustainable natural resource management, and the application of modern approaches to environmental data monitoring and analysis.
The Project Coordinator presented the main objectives and activities, focusing on the development of a system for monitoring air, water, and soil quality, as well as on the implementation of joint initiatives supporting the green transition in the region. Particular attention was given to the progress achieved so far and the upcoming activities. The importance of cross-border cooperation and the exchange of good practices was highlighted, alongside the project’s role in raising awareness and engagement of local communities on environmental and sustainability issues.
A key highlight of the event was the signing of a Partnership Agreement between the D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics – Svishtov, represented by Assoc. Prof. Marin Marinov, PhD – Rector, and the State Forestry Enterprise – Svishtov, represented by Ms. Dilyana Choranova-Koeva – Director. This partnership lays the foundation for long-term cooperation both during and beyond the project’s implementation, aiming at sustainable natural resource management, knowledge exchange, and the development of joint initiatives for the benefit of the region.
The partners, Prof. Catalin Aurelian Rosculete, Prof. Dalia Mirela Simion, and Dr. Nicolae Daniel Militaru, emphasized the strategic importance of the project for the sustainable development of the cross-border region. They presented the financial framework, highlighting the efficient allocation of resources and the commitment to achieving the planned objectives. The current stage of implementation and the effective coordination among partners were also outlined. Special attention was given to the expected results, their long-term impact on environmental monitoring and regional cooperation, as well as to the significant added value of the project in fostering innovation, knowledge exchange, and sustainable practices.
The event concluded with a discussion and exchange of views among participants on topics related to the green transition and regional development.
| Project „A green region along the blue Danube” (GREEN-Hard - ROBG00071) Editor of the material: Assoc. Prof. Galina Chipriyanova, PhD Date of publishing: 31.03.2026 The content of this material does not necessarily represent the official position of the European Union. |








