The ENCATC Academy on Sustainable Cultural Management and Policy is an ENCATC flagship initiative that empowers cultural professionals, educators, researchers, and policymakers to take proactive steps in integrating sustainability within their organisations and across the cultural and creative sectors.

The next edition of the Academy will be on 21-24 April 2026 in the stunning city of Bilbao, Spain. Designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed for the triple transformation—green, social, and digital, in 2026 the Academy will keep on engaging participants with the aim to prepare organisations to respond to emerging challenges in the green transition.

By fostering a strong link between theory and practice, the Academy contributes directly to the objectives of the European Green Deal, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and other key international frameworks. It is an event with a clear policy aim, it emphasizes systemic change, actionable outcomes, and the consistent sharing of best practices, policies, and knowledge to advance sustainability in the CCS.

1. Encouraging Action at the Organisational Level:
   The Academy motivates participants to translate knowledge into action, enabling them to adopt sustainable practices and policies within their organisations. It aims to align participants’ efforts with evolving environmental demands while enhancing their operational sustainability;
   
   
2. Capacity Building for Emerging Challenges:
   Participants gain the tools, expertise, and confidence to anticipate and tackle emerging challenges in the green transition, ensuring that their organisations are resilient and future-ready;
   
   
3. Knowledge Sharing and Networking:
   The Academy is a platform for consistently exchanging best practices, policy insights, and success stories, fostering collaboration across sectors. It provides invaluable networking opportunities, enabling participants to build partnerships and expand their professional networks;
   
   
4. Policy Development and Practical Tools:
   Participants can access the latest resources and practical tools by linking the Academy to relevant publications, toolkits, policy reports, and projects. Guest speakers—renowned experts and practitioners—provide essential insights and actionable advice that participants can immediately apply in their work;
   
   
5. Leadership in the Green Transition:
   Through engaging lectures, study visits, and hands-on workshops, the Academy positions participants and their organisations as leaders in the cultural sector’s green transformation, contributing to broader systemic change.