Story about CCI4Change: How Creativity is Shaping Energy-Saving Habits in Communities
Everything started when three local governmentsโtheย region of Skรฅne in Sweden and the cities of Kotka in Finland and Jลซrmala in Latviaโfacedย a shared challenge.ย ย โHow can energy consumption be reduced without costly investments, and how can residents be actively...
Finland: From Advice to Action
The story of energy advisory services in South Karelia began in 2012. Since then, the service has operated as a regional one-stop shop (OSS), coordinated by the city of Lappeenranta. It was launched in response to a clear regional need for comprehensive and impartial...
The Socio-Cultural Aspect of Urban Resilience
RESILIENCE vs. RESISTANCE โ a significant difference Urban resilience is a complex topic and a rich field of research that has been developing for many years both in the academic as well as the public and private spheres of urban planning and management. Yet,...
Project partners showcase Culture for Resilience on European level at EU Regions Week in Brussels
The stand at the eventโs fair first and foremost featured the towns and municipalities across the Baltic Sea Region awarded the BSR Cultural Pearls title and their good practices in building social resilience through culture. The event established a crossroad...
11 Culture and Resilience Action Plans received for 2026
Estonia: Vormsi Finland: Kristinestad โ Kristiinankaupunki Germany: Glรผcksburg, Schleswig Latvia: Cesvaine, Rฤzekne Lithuania: Neringa, Pakruojis, Visaginas Poland: Krosno, Zagรณrz We commend the candidatesโ efforts and the unwavering support of their mentors...
Canoes, Culture, and Connection: Piloting Winter Secrets with Light in the Dark
Originally published on Novialia In early September, our group of project managers, small and medium-sized business owners, and project partners from Finland and Latvia, gathered in Lithuania to pilot new experiences as part of the Light in the Darkย project. Together,...
Smiltene Youth Collaboration with Artist fostering Pride and Local Identity at the Heart of the Community
The hut project is part of Smilteneโs broader activities during its title year as โBSR Cultural Pearl 2025โฒ. These are aimed at strengthening community ties and engaging residents through cultural and creative initiatives. The project unfolded over three...
The Song and Dance Celebration in Tallinn
The XXVIII Song and XXI Dance Celebration was held in Tallinn, Estonia. The event organizers have put a lot of effort into ensuring that the big event is held in a sustainable manner. In the framework of the Change(K)now! project, the solution was tested, which nudged...