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The mayor said that there are no sidewalks in the redeveloped area, and cars and pedestrians will have to coexist
From an SME-friendly 3D metal printer to a hub integrating cross-border transport
The brightness is thanks to stronger-than-ever participation from the private sector, pointing to signs of economic recovery
The Salzburg Schokolade company filed for bankruptcy, putting the iconic Mirabell Mozartkugel on the endangered list
People who didn't get the jab will experience restrictions reminiscent of last winter’s situation
Despite recent policy updates, city officials think there is a lot more to be done
It will soon be shipped to the Netherlands and put into operation
The project envisions a multi-layered energy efficiency strategy, by harvesting a third of its heat from this unusual source
It seeks to facilitate the lives of citizens with hearing impairments
Artelot allows residents and tourists to bring 25 landmarks to life
It will soon be shipped to the Netherlands and put into operation
It has secured a loan worth EUR 80 million from the European Investment Bank
In a bid to reduce car traffic, it becomes the first Italian city to try this out
Thanks to a partnership with OMV to use waste heat from fossil fuel production to achieve massive energy savings
Navidad Accesible can lead the user on a wholesome guided audio tour
Creative idea, and somewhat unexpected, for such a northern city
A free and exciting activity, which will be part of the Nobel Week Lights 2021 show
It was inspired by Harry Potter and Narnia, among other things
They will also learn how to live and survive in nature
It was inspired by Harry Potter and Narnia, among other things
Nightclubs close; events are capped at 50 percent; home visits will be limited; bars and restaurants must ensure strict social distancing
The Czech Red Cross is offering free basic nursing courses to those who want to volunteer in hospitals
Helsingborg in Sweden is one of the cities nominated for European Green Capital 2023
The European Commission announced the role model cities in Europe
Ten cities have been shortlisted as the finalists for the European Green Capital 2023 and European Green Leaf 2022 awards. The winners will be announced on 9 September in Lahti, Finland which is the European Green Capital of 2021.
The initiative is organised by the European Commission and it aims to put the spotlight on these cities, attract global attention to their innovative practices, and boost their further development.
Helsingborg (Sweden), Krakow (Poland), Sofia (Bulgaria) and Tallinn (Estonia), are the four finalists for the title of European Green Capital 2023.
A map of the European Green Capital finalists, Source: The European Commission
Bistrița (Romania), Elsinore (Denmark), Gavà (Spain), Treviso (Italy), Valongo (Portugal) and Winterswijk (Netherlands) have been shortlisted for the title of European Green Leaf 2022. This contest is open to smaller cities and can nominate up to two joint award winners every year.
A map of the European Green Leaf finalists, Source: The European Commission
The European Green Capital award was established in 2010. It focuses on larger cities (over 100,000 inhabitants) and their sustainability practices. Some of the previous laureates include Stockholm, Copenhagen, Bristol and Lisbon.
On the other hand, The European Green Leaf Award was established in 2015, so that it can honour the environmental efforts of smaller (20,000 to 100,000 inhabitants) cities and a maximum of two can receive the award. Some of the laureates include Galway and Limerick in Ireland, Leuven in Belgium, and Gabrovo in Bulgaria.
The winners of both initiatives are chosen by a 12-person committee made up of independent urban sustainability experts.
The winner of the European Green Capital 2023 title will receive a grant of 600,000 euros and the winner(s) of the European Green Leaf 2022 title - 200,000 euros each.
The financial prizes are intended to be used as a contribution towards implementing measures to enhance the cities’ environmental sustainability in the laureate year, as set out in the city's sustainability vision presented at the jury meeting.
The Commission emphasised that these cities should be treated as beacons of hope and role models for the rest of the union. Their perseverance and commitment to sustainability during these times of unprecedented health and financial tribulations can be considered exemplary.
Commissioner for the Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, Virginijus Sinkevičius, was quoted as saying in a press release for the occasion: “We all have a part to play but in particular our cities, who provide a home to 75% of the European population. European cities are taking the lead in making their urban environment better and healthier places to live. If they can do it, others can do it too.“
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The mayor said that there are no sidewalks in the redeveloped area, and cars and pedestrians will have to coexist
From an SME-friendly 3D metal printer to a hub integrating cross-border transport
This could have major ecological benefits and it could make the river a lot safer
It will soon be shipped to the Netherlands and put into operation
It seeks to facilitate the lives of citizens with hearing impairments
The project envisions a multi-layered energy efficiency strategy, by harvesting a third of its heat from this unusual source
The City Council mulls the idea of joining the Green City Accord, among other things
It will soon be shipped to the Netherlands and put into operation
This could have major ecological benefits and it could make the river a lot safer
Nightclubs close; events are capped at 50 percent; home visits will be limited; bars and restaurants must ensure strict social distancing
The Czech Red Cross is offering free basic nursing courses to those who want to volunteer in hospitals
The Danish Red Cross and the digital meeting place Boblberg are helping lonely people find friends for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
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