METREX

METREX is a non-profit network of European metropolitan regions and areas that was founded in 1996 at the Metropolitan Regions Conference in Glasgow with support from the European Commission. It currently connects over 50 metropolitan regions and areas across Europe, serving as a platform for the exchange of expertise and joint action on metropolitan affairs. The network focuses on addressing Europe's pressing challenges such as climate adaptation, energy consumption, productivity, competitiveness, migration, inequality, and digitalization. METREX brings together practitioners including politicians, officials, and their academic or consultant advisers who work in public organizations responsible for strategic planning and development at the metropolitan level. METREX enables integrated thinking and accelerates urgent transitions by connecting people in the public sector to work together for a more productive, healthy, inclusive, and sustainable future. The organization contributes to effective policies by helping metropolitan areas formulate constructive feedback on EU policies and regulations. The network facilitates knowledge sharing through Expert and Network Groups, bi-annual conferences, EU-funded projects, and initiatives that support members on specific issues. METREX also participates in various European projects and maintains partnerships with European institutions, the research community, governmental organizations, and other networks. Their next spring conference is scheduled for June 1-4, 2025, in the Gdańsk-Gdynia-Sopot Metropolitan Area.