Rural Digital Innovation Hubs as a Paradigm for Sustainable Business Models in Europe’s Rural Areas

Simona Stojanova, Nina Cvar, Jurij Verhovnik, Nataša Božić, Jure Trilar, Andrej Kos, Emilija Stojmenova Duh · 2022 · Sustainability

Summary. Rural Digital Innovation Hubs improve sustainability in European rural areas by connecting local businesses, people, and authorities with digital technology and skilled support. A case study of a wine hub in Slovenia shows that DIHs reduce costs, create jobs, optimize operations, lower environmental impact, and increase digital inclusion. The authors conclude that rural DIHs should be integrated into smart rural development policies.

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Stojanova, S., Cvar, N., Verhovnik, J., Božić, N., Trilar, J., Kos, A., & Duh, E. S.. (2022). Rural Digital Innovation Hubs as a Paradigm for Sustainable Business Models in Europe’s Rural Areas. Sustainability. https://doi.org/10.3390/su142114620

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DOI: 10.3390/su142114620
Countries: Slovenia
Regions: Europe
Categories: broadband-and-digital, regional-innovation-systems, policy
Added: 2026-04-28