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LIFE programme calls open: EUR 600 m available for a sustainable European future
The newly announced LIFE programme calls for proposals seek to fund projects aimed at conserving nature, protecting the environment, addressing climate change, or supporting Europe's transition to clean energy. Join the Info days on 13-15 May and look out for the deadlines in September 2025.
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Renewables for rural areas: policy brief
Rural areas will be key to the roll-out of renewable energy in the EU, however their specific energy transition challenges should be taken into account. A new policy brief explores the necessary elements to establish rural areas as leaders in the energy transition.
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EU agricultural and bioeconomy sectors will benefit from EUR 3 billion in loans
The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has announced a EUR 3 billion financing package for agriculture, forestry and fisheries across Europe. The EIB Group loans will be matched by other financial institutions, unlocking around EUR 8.4 billion of long-term investments for the bioeconomy sector.
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Upcoming events
Horizon Europe info days, Cluster 6: food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment
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Latest publications
Highlights Report | Policy Action Lab 'Territorial development for the green transition: Harnessing the potential of rural communities'
This highlights report outlines the outputs of the Policy Action Lab of 19 September 2024, hosted by the Rural Pact Support Office.
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Highlights Report | Good Practice Webinar: 'Rural communities tackling climate change'
This highlights report summarises the key messages and discussions of the Good Practice Webinar on climate of 20 March 2024, hosted by the Rural Pact Support Office in collaboration with the European Climate Pact.
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Highlights Report | Good Practice Webinar 'Rural areas in the energy transition'
This highlights report summarises the outputs from the Good Practice Webinar "Rural areas in the Energy Transition". It took place in online on 24 October 2023.
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Latest good practice
Community-led forestry project promotes social inclusion and mental well-being in rural Czechia
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Mobile app for sustainable water management in rural Ireland
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Territorial initiative in rural Portugal addresses climate challenges through coordinated investments and place-based solutions
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