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The traffic authorities tap into some psychology hacks to train road users for the new reality
A large-scale urban redevelopment project seeks to inject some life into the district by creating, among other things, housing units
The International Forum on Economic Transformation of Coal Regions will take place on 25 September
Remote workers will have to settle in Extremadura for a minimum of 2+1 years in order to get the full amount
Steffen Romstöck said that he would respect the residents’ choice and would take over the helm of the municipality, even if he didn’t run
The measure, which will come into force from 1 January 2025, will be partial and temporary…for now
Despite the small scale of an SMR, it won’t be cheap to build, and it could become a reality only in the next decade
It’s already legal in Schleswig-Holstein and possibly soon in Hamburg
Literally embracing an ‘old-school’ approach to education
The municipality provides the tool to encourage more sustainable thinking and planning in the field of urban design
The energy-saving devices are part of a wider programme on the part of the Spanish municipality to show support for local SMEs
Despite the small scale of an SMR, it won’t be cheap to build, and it could become a reality only in the next decade
Travelling anywhere in the regional public transit networks will cost either 2 or 2.5 euros
The traffic authorities tap into some psychology hacks to train road users for the new reality
Italy vehemently disagrees with the pronouncement made by the French Court of Auditors
Plus, you might have to book a spot in advance to view the famous attraction
And it’s taller and more crooked than the one in Pisa
The measure, which will come into force from 1 January 2025, will be partial and temporary…for now
Literally embracing an ‘old-school’ approach to education
The academic institution shows a deeper understanding of the well-being of its students
The academic institution shows a deeper understanding of the well-being of its students
Bremerhaven is worried about the spreading of infections through this seemingly innocent act of compassion
Kopachki Rit is a natural park in Croatia, on the crossing of the Drava and the Danube, Source: Mario Romulic on Amazon of Europe website
The Amazon of Europe is the first five-country biosphere reserve and will require close cooperation between all parties
Yesterday, UNESCO designated the first five-country biosphere reserve in the Mura-Drava-Danube basin. The area covers 1 million hectares and experts are calling it the ‘Amazon of Europe’ because of the rich biodiversity and unique climate.
The new biosphere reserve is spread between Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary and Serbia, and the five countries will have to collaborate to manage the region and create a model for sustainable development.
The Amazon of Europe covers an area of 1 million hectares and 700 kilometres of river length on the Mura, Drava and Danube rivers. With its rare floodplains forests, gravel and sandbanks, river islands, oxbows and meadows, the Mura-Drava-Danube offers a unique natural and cultural landscape.
In terms of biodiversity, the biosphere reserve is home to Europe’s highest density of breeding white-tailed eagles, as well as other endangered species like the black stork, otters, beavers. Furthermore, it is an important resting place for over 250,000 migratory birds.
White-tailed eagles,
Source: Mario Romulic on Amazon of Europe website
Of course, the protection and sustainable development of the Amazon of Europe will be no easy task, with its area spanning five countries, with completely different regional priorities. It will require a lot of cooperation and understanding so that all parties can set out common goals.
The livelihoods of almost 900,000 people depend highly on nature in the biosphere and, in the future, will depend on the joint project for revitalising the region. Intact floodplains, for example, protect settlements from flooding and ensure clean drinking water supplies, while the pristine landscapes and rare animals enhance the potential for the development of sustainable tourism.
Traditional fish-cooking in the region,
Source: Mario Romulic on the Amazon of Europe website
Andrea Johanides, the CEO of WWF – Austria was quoted in a press release, saying: 'This landmark cross-border designation is a powerful demonstration of a shared green vision that builds on, and reinforces both regional cooperation and unity in Europe. It is a significant step forward in protecting the region's natural and cultural treasures and serves as a striking example of how nature conservation can bring countries together.'
Steffen Romstöck said that he would respect the residents’ choice and would take over the helm of the municipality, even if he didn’t run
The measure, which will come into force from 1 January 2025, will be partial and temporary…for now
Following a period of debate on whether the tactic favoured by environmental activists represents damage to private property
Literally embracing an ‘old-school’ approach to education
The municipality provides the tool to encourage more sustainable thinking and planning in the field of urban design
The energy-saving devices are part of a wider programme on the part of the Spanish municipality to show support for local SMEs
Travelling anywhere in the regional public transit networks will cost either 2 or 2.5 euros
Faulty device owners can get back up to 200 euros in reimbursement
Following a period of debate on whether the tactic favoured by environmental activists represents damage to private property
And it’s taller and more crooked than the one in Pisa
Travelling anywhere in the regional public transit networks will cost either 2 or 2.5 euros
Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment.
Forests in the EU can help green the European construction industry and bolster a continent-wide push for architectural improvements.
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An interview with the Mayor of a Polish city that seeks to reinvent itself
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