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The city of Stockholm has officially launched its Environment Programme and Climate Action Plan 2030, laying out a comprehensive roadmap to become fossil-free, circular and climate-positive by 2040.

City Blues project helps cities adapt to climate change with nature-based solutions for urban flooding and storm water management.

European Natura 2000 Day is celebrated every year on 21 May. It marks the inception, 33 years ago, of a revolutionary approach to nature conservation in the EU – a large network of protected nature that maintains opportunities for economic and recreational development.

Nestled in the heart of Romania, the Transylvanian Highlands are one of Europe’s most ecologically rich regions, protected under the Natura 2000 network. Cristina Iliescu is Destination Manager of the NGO Colinele Transilvaniei.

As a “slow-travel” influencer, Eveline encourages people to learn more about sustainability and find unique experiences across Europe by taking a train. Ahead of Natura2000 Day, DG Environment partnered with her and she picked 5 protected areas that everyone should visit.

The European Commission has adopted an Implementing Regulation that establishes a uniform format for national restoration plans under the Nature Restoration Regulation, which entered into force in August 2024.

Researchers have tested the biodegradation rates of 97 chemical compounds in 18 sections of freshwater rivers in five European countries and found that all but two compounds show significant variability across sites.

Permanent grasslands in agricultural areas are important for biodiversity – especially pollinators. Researchers in Belgium found irregular, curved mowing patterns had positive effects on pollinators compared to conventional block cutting, and suggest promoting this approach.

Could leaving some structures behind when removing obsolete wind farms generate multiple benefits? This study engages with stakeholders at two Dutch wind farms to identify and analyse key criteria for decommissioning decisions.