Overcoming Challenges Faced by Refugee Women in Latvia
Challenges Faced by Refugee Women in Latvia Refugee women in Latvia, like those in many parts of the world, face a unique set of challenges that can significantly impact their ability to integrate and thrive in their new environment. Understanding these challenges is...
Interactive map with a contact database of institutions interested in lake conservation
Interactive map with a contact database of institutions interested in lake conservation: The map is available as an overlay on Google Maps and provides a platform for transnational policy dialogue and joint review of lake pollution issues. There are situated...
CommitClimate workshop in Jokkmokk
What future do you want? That is the question that CommitClimate partner Lapplands Kommunalförbund is asking community members on May 2n in Jokkmokk. This will be test for the new project toolkit. It includes educational material for communities to better get started...
Bringing rail freight transport into the city
Berlin’s population has grown by more than 10% in the last ten years to 3.88 million today. This implies a growing need to supply the metropolitan area with goods. “Despite competition for space in our growing metropolitan area, there is a significant need...
Reusable dishes and waste management at Youth Song and Dance Festival in Tallinn, Estonia
Background of the Estonian Song and Dance Festival The Estonian Song Festival is one of the largest choral events in the world and it is held every five years in July on the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds simultaneously with the Estonian Dance Festival. The Estonian...
Information of soil amendments to Polish farmers
In 22 November 2023, the Krakow branch of the Institute of Technology and Life Sciences – National Research Institute organized a conference at the Agricultural Advisory Center in Karniowice. The conference was titled ‘Sustainable Agriculture – Protecting...
Reducing single-use plastic littering at Västeras City Festival 2023 in Sweden
The City of Västerås and Keep Sweden Tidy are working closely together to reduce the use and subsequent littering of plastic during the annual City Festival in Västerås 2023-2025. Organised since 1992, the City Festival in Västerås has a strong tradition of bringing...
What to think about when starting renovation to make it more sustainable
Examine and survey the areas to be repaired Before beginning your renovation project, carefully inspect and survey the areas you wish to renovate. Determine what needs to be replaced and what new materials will be required. Evaluate whether you can tackle the work...