Transforming Nytorget into a greener and more resilient urban square in Stavanger
University of Stavanger is following up the progress of Nytorget that was chosen as a pilot in City Blues project. There nature-based solutions (NBS) are integrated into a dense, historic environment with strictly limited space. From historic marketplace to...
Climate-Friendly Christmas Workshop Inspires Sustainable Holiday Practices in Bergedorf
As part of BALTIPLAST, the team behind Plastic-Free City (KuBuS e.V.) once again partnered with the Bergedorf Borough Office (Bezirksamt Bergedorf) to deliver an interactive and inspiring workshop—this time dedicated to Climate-Friendly Christmas. Held on 4 December,...
Conference: From Plastic to Clean Water – Circular Economy and Sustainable Environment Solutions
On 4 December 2025, the Environmental Center for Administration and Technology (ECAT), in collaboration with Kaunas University of Technology (KTU) and Kaunas City Municipality, organised the conference “From Plastic to Clean Water: Circular Economy and Sustainable...
Training Events in Lithuania: Sharing Practical Plastic Reduction Solutions
During September–October 2025, the Environmental Center for Administration and Technology (ECAT), in collaboration with Lithuanian partners Kaunas University of Technology (KTU) and Kaunas City Municipality, organised six BALTIPLAST training events across Lithuania....
“How to be a BioBooster!” Hackathon Handbook Now Available
A new practical guide for running effective bioeconomy hackathons is now available: How to be a BioBooster! Hackathon Handbook. Building on lessons from 18 international BioBoosters hackathons, the handbook offers clear, actionable guidance for organizers,...
Pilot use case: AI in Radiology
Use-case description: The AI‑enhanced Radiology platform supports prostate cancer diagnostics by combining MRI and ultrasound imaging (fusion biopsy) with AI algorithms for biopsy analysis. Location: Lower Silesian Onclogy Pulmonology and Hematology Center Solutions...
Spread the Facts
At the same time, there are many starting points for making the region more resilient in the long term. Anyone seeking to advance water recycling as part of a future-proof water economy needs robust evidence, good examples and dialogue with the relevant actors. The...
Arts on Prescription: Evidence from the Baltic Sea Region Pilot Highlights Mental Health Benefits and Policy Relevance
The pilot implementation of the Arts on Prescription (AoP) programme in the Baltic Sea Region has been accompanied by a comprehensive quantitative* and qualitative** evaluation, conducted by the National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark and...