Tailored for professionals and enthusiasts in the field, the report passionately advocates for the recognition of cultural heritage as a non-renewable resource essential for our collective future. It unfolds the nuanced role of heritage in shaping the economy, environment, and societal fabric, emphasising its dynamic nature as a living asset that evolves and can be shaped through engagement. The report traces the European Union’s commitment to fostering a forward-looking approach to cultural heritage, challenging the perception of heritage as a static relic to be conserved. Instead, it positions heritage as