Economic Resilience Strategies In The Rural Environment: An Integrated Risks Approach For The Sustainable Development Of The South-West Oltenia Region

This paper proposes a comprehensive model for the analysis of rural economic resilience in the South-West Oltenia region, by integrating climate, financial and social risks in a multidimensional framework. The main objective of the research is to identify specific mechanisms through which strategic risk management and the efficient use of sustainable funds can ensure a long-term development trajectory. In the spirit of the information society, the study capitalizes on the analysis of socio-economic data flows and the use of digital monitoring tools to synthesize systemic evidence on how structural transformations in the Oltenia region influence the stability of the agricultural sector and the quality of life. The methodology adopts a hybrid approach, combining econometric analysis of regional indicators with the assessment of the impact of European support policies on rural stability. By examining in detail the counties of Gorj, Dolj, Mehedinți, Vâlcea and Olt, the study highlights critical vulnerabilities — especially those related to just transition and restructuring of industrial-rural hubs — while identifying levers for sustainable economic growth. The results emphasize that sustainability depends on the capacity of administrations to adopt proactive adaptation strategies and digital risk management platforms. Finally, the paper provides a strategic roadmap, arguing that resilience in South-West Oltenia requires a synergy between informed data management and sustainable investments in human and natural capital. Thus, the research offers concrete solutions for overcoming regional disparities and strengthening the economic sustainability of rural communities in Oltenia.