RT by @EU_ENV: The @IPBES #GlobalAssessment found that #Nature across most of the globe has now been significantly altered by multiple human drivers of change.
The great majority of indicators of #ecosystems and #biodiversity show a rapid decline.
#Biodiversity | https://ipbes.net
[2024-04-11 07:00 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Join the LIFE Platform Meeting on amphibian & reptile🦎 conservation from 22 to 24 May in Santander, Spain.
Learn from #LIFEProjects and other relevant experts about the challenges & opportunities for protecting #EUBiodiversity and its habitats.
[2024-04-10 12:59 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Stats on the 2023 fire season in the EU from the European #ForestFire Information System #EFFIS advance report:
🗺️Burnt area ~twice of Luxembourg
📈Increase in burnt areas in summer
🔥Largest single fire since the 1980s
🌫️20 megatonnes of CO2 emissions
https://europa.eu/!PX4cwG
[2024-04-10 12:25 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Preserving #marine #biodiversity is crucial.
The #ocean makes up 90% of the livable space on the planet & contains 250,000 known species - w/ many yet to be discovered.
Over the past 5 years, the EU has put in place several initiatives to protect our ocean.
[2024-04-10 11:48 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: The #NewEuropeanBauhaus Festival starts today!🥳
From 9 to 13 April, our #LIFEProjects will participate in Satellite events across Europe & the FAIR exhibition in Brussels.
Discover their contributions to a sustainable & inclusive future: http://europa.eu/!j6KgF3
[2024-04-09 11:44 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: What topics will new soil research 🇪🇺 funding calls cover?🤎
How, when, where and why should you apply?
📢Info Days coming soon!
🗓️25-26 April 2024 - online - details➡️https://research-innovation-community.ec.europa.eu/events/3WjiVunxm0t5j4zQlVax3Q/overview
[2024-04-09 07:34 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: 🟢🚄 Come to the green side
#NatureIsEveryonesBusiness📉Yet it’s value remains unquantified by companies & financial institutions
Read the study by @EU_Finance on integrating environmental & biodiversity risks into financial planning 👉 https://europa.eu/!r4BVbt
[2024-04-09 08:32 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Discover the #LIFEProgramme Strategic Projects!
From #nature conservation to #CircularEconomy, these initiatives pave the way for a greener, more sustainable future
Know more about them & about the Integrated #LIFEProjects that have preceded them👇
[2024-04-09 09:20 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Productive visit to Ghana, a global cocoa production powerhouse.
We're here to strengthen our mutual collaboration in tackling #deforestation, promoting sustainable agriculture, and advancing climate action.
This is crucial for the climate, Ghana's economy & its biodiversity.
[2024-04-08 21:04 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: ⚠️Pollution's grip on our planet tightens, claiming 9 million lives annually, 66% more than two decades ago.
This #WorldHealthDay, explore different forms of pollution and viable solutions👉https://www.unep.org/interactives/beat-pollution/#
[2024-04-08 12:57 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: New week & new opportunities ahead!🚀
Registration for the #EULife24 Info Days is open now!
Join us online to learn how to apply for #LIFEProgramme's funding opportunities & create a successful #LIFEproject proposal.
[2024-04-08 11:55 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Create sustainable spaces #ForOurPlanet🏡
@LifeRPosidonia has built social housing with local sources & natural materials to reduce the ecological footprint in Formentera, Spain🏝️
New feature from this #LIFEProject in @dezeen: http://bit.ly/3POr5Gm
[2024-04-08 07:48 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Deforestation is a complicated challenge & we're stepping up our support to 🇨🇮Côte d’Ivoire with:
€50M in new budget support
€15M for forestry through the PASSAD programme.
An @EIB loan of approx. €150M in preparation.
€ 2,4M project with @Eurochambres on #CSR.
[2024-04-08 07:43 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Just touched down in Côte d'Ivoire for crucial talks with PM Mambé & ministers on #EUDR.
🇨🇮 is important trade partner for 🇪🇺 & we want to ensure that trade continues in the right conditions.
The new legislation is a step towards a future that's both sustainable & prosperous.
[2024-04-06 20:57 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: 💧People’s lives and livelihoods depend on access to water and global demand is expected to ⬆️ 50% by 2030.
The world must equitably and sustainably manage water to provide for a growing human population.
Learn how➡️ https://bit.ly/3Tm9lmw
[2024-04-05 06:30 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Time to vote! 🗳️
Several #LIFEProjects are finalists for the #Natura2000Awards 2024🏆
Their commitment to preserving #EUbiodiversity🐦 & ensuring the sustainable management of #Natura2000 sites🌳 has been recognised!
Pick your fav here: http://europa.eu/!x3HWnF
[2024-04-05 07:23 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: New @WorldResources study shows we are not on track to stop & reverse global deforestation.
I’ll continue meeting world leaders in the next months, focusing on the implementation of our 🇪🇺 Deforestation legislation, taking responsibility for our part.
https://research.wri.org/gfr/latest-analysis-deforestation-trends
[2024-04-04 12:10 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Urgent action is needed to address #climaterisks in Europe. Many of these risks have already reached critical levels and could become catastrophic without decisive action. More in our recent assessment: https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/european-climate-risk-assessment #EUCRA
[2024-04-04 09:08 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: Environmental crimes❌ impact directly our planet, well-being & economy🍃
#LIFEProject @LIFESWEAP has been working closely with the authorities👮♀️ to prevent illegal trade in #Waste🚢 in Europe & protect our environment.
Read our🆕 article here: http://europa.eu/!6Yy7TC
[2024-04-04 07:24 UTC]
RT by @EU_ENV: What are the key touchpoints for achieving a #circulareconomy?
Read more in our new report ‘Accelerating the circular economy in #Europe – State and outlook 2024’: https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/accelerating-the-circular-economy
[2024-04-03 11:14 UTC]
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