The Platform Land is the South Tyrolean alliance for vibrant rural areas, sustainable regional development, intelligent land use and future-proof village development. As a non-partisan initiative supported by 16 important South Tyrolean associations, organisations and institutions, it pursues a clear goal: to ensure quality of life in rural areas and to shape their development in a future-proof manner – through cooperation, innovation and concrete projects.

Platform Land was founded in 2013 as a joint initiative of the South Tyrolean Farmers’ Association and the South Tyrolean Association of Municipalities. With the founding of the association in 2017, the cooperation was permanently institutionalised. Today, the platform acts as a networking and competence centre for all stakeholders committed to sustainable spatial planning, land conservation, location development and the strengthening of rural living spaces.

Plattform Land works closely with partners from South Tyrol and organisations throughout the Alpine region to exchange know-how and further develop successful models for regional development. It is supported in this by an advisory board of experts, which meets regularly to discuss topics such as rural development, intelligent land use, village revitalisation, mobility and regional resilience. The advisory board provides valuable impetus, scientific expertise and practical recommendations for members, municipalities and project partners.

As a source of inspiration, networker and knowledge hub, the Land platform promotes innovative projects, supports municipalities in addressing challenges in rural areas and strengthens the sustainable development of South Tyrol – today and for future generations.