Bioeconomy & circular economy

13 nov 2025

Central and Eastern Europe join forces to advance sustainable bioeconomies through the BIOEAST initiative

The initiative strengthens cooperation across Central and Eastern Europe to build knowledge-based, sustainable bioeconomies that drive innovation, resilience and growth in rural areas. BIOEAST supports countries in developing national bioeconomy strategies, building research and innovation capacity, and creating synergies between agriculture, forestry, aquaculture, energy and food systems.

26 juin 2025

Rural communities regenerating European nature and resilience – inspirational approaches from Communities for Climate (C4C)

Rural communities are demonstrating how locally led ecological initiatives are strengthening both biodiversity and community resilience. From agroecology and rewilding, to heritage crop cultivation and soil stewardship, rural residents are transforming landscapes – discover local examples from the C4C project.

10 juin 2025

New European Bauhaus (NEB) call: EUR 118.4 million available under Horizon Europe

The call seeks to fund projects that connect sustainability, inclusion, and aesthetics – particularly in built and living environments. With a strong focus on community-level transformation, this call offers opportunities for rural municipalities, local actors, and innovation hubs – apply by 12 November 2025.