INPUT PAPER: Clusters meet Regions event in Foligno Clusters as Drivers of the Green and Digital Transition in Regional Innovation Ecosystems
The following paper presents observations on the cluster landscape and innovation ecosystem of the Italian region of Umbria, to inform strategic reflections during the Clusters Meet Regions event in Foligno on June 24 & 25, 2025. It outlines key characteristics of the region’s economic profile, innovation performance, and specialisation patterns, and highlights the role that clusters play in supporting regional development.