The South-West Oltenia Regional Development Agency has contracted t33 to conduct the mid-term evaluation of the South-West Oltenia Regional Program 2021–2027, in compliance with Article 18 of Regulation 2021/1060.
The program is a key EU initiative designed to enhance economic competitiveness, social cohesion, and sustainability in the region. It targets five counties—Dolj, Gorj, Olt, Mehedinți, and Vâlcea—and focuses on priorities such as innovation, digitalization, green infrastructure, sustainable mobility, education, and territorial development.
The evaluation aims to assess the coherence and relevance of the actions programmed and implemented under the program. It will also evaluate whether modifications are necessary to address new challenges that have arisen since the start of the programming period.
The evaluation process employs a robust methodology, including desk research, stakeholder consultations, data analysis, and field research.
Scheduled to run until mid-2025, the evaluation will provide in-depth analysis on:

• Alignment with country-specific recommendations
• Contributions to the National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan
• Implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights
• Examination of the region's socioeconomic context and its evolving needs
• Progress toward achieving program milestones and performance targets.

The findings will support strategic decision-making, ensuring the program remains relevant and effective in addressing regional priorities and achieving EU objectives.