186 project news found
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Bulgaria 05 July 2024
The fight against disinformation in Bulgaria
Disinformation and fake news threaten democratic processes across Europe. To combat this, the Association of European Journalists has launched the "Science and Journalism: Together against Infodemic" project in Bulgaria, funded by the EEA Grants’ civil society programme, the Active Citizens Fund.Programme: BG-ACTIVECITIZENS: Civil SocietyProject: BG-ACTIVECITIZENS-0165: Science and Journalism: Together against InfodemicProject status: CompletedFunded by : EEA GrantsSector: Culture, civil society, good governance, fundamental rights and freedomsProgramme areas: Civil Society -
Poland 24 June 2024
The forgotten “Operation Hyacinth”
Operation Hyacinth was a dark chapter in Poland's history, marked by the mass detention and interrogation of homosexual men by the national police. The Pink Archives project, led by the Polistrefa The Diversity Foundation, aims to shed light on this forgotten injustice and educate the younger generation about the generational trauma within the Polish LGBT+ community.Programme: PL-ACTIVECITIZENS-REGIONAL: Civil SocietyProject: PL-ACTIVECITIZENS-REGIONAL-0233: Pink ArchivesProject status: SignedFunded by : EEA GrantsSector: Culture, civil society, good governance, fundamental rights and freedomsProgramme areas: Civil Society -
Slovakia 19 April 2024
Once upon a time there was a wetland
Over the past 300 years, half of the wetlands in Europe have been destroyed. In response, a groundbreaking initiative in Slovakia supported by the Norway Grants is setting a global standard for conservation efforts, proving that it's possible to turn the tide on environmental degradation.Programme: SK-CLIMATE: Climate Change Mitigation and AdaptationProject: SK-CLIMATE-0041: Wetlands for life and well-being: Morava river alluvium ramsar site restoration (Acronym: WARRIOR)Project status: SignedFunded by : Norway GrantsSector: Environment, energy, climate change and low carbon economyProgramme areas: Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation -
Czech Republic 17 April 2024
Saving the little owl and the barn owl in the Czech Republic
Modern farming practices has had severe consequences for the owl populations in the Czech Republic. Luckily, to save them we do not need huge, technologically advanced projects. With small measures, two Czech organisations supported by the EEA and Norway Grants have reached big results: saving the little owl and the barn owl.Programme: CZ-ENVIRONMENT: Environment, Ecosystem and Climate ChangeProject: CZ-ENVIRONMENT-0050: Protection and nesting: support of the Barn owl (Tyto alba) in central, northern and southern BohemiaProject status: CompletedFunded by : Norway GrantsSector: Environment, energy, climate change and low carbon economyProgramme areas: Environment and Ecosystems -
Romania 08 April 2024
Racism is over in Romania!
There is no more racism in Romania! Or that is how the “Racism is Over” campaign tackles the misconception that mistreatment of people is only a thing of the past. However, prejudices and stereotypes still lead to mistreatment, including of Roma people. This is still a challenge in Europe today, including in Romania.Programme: RO-ACTIVECITIZENS: Civil societyProject: RO-ACTIVECITIZENS-0238: Knowing the roma beside usProject status: CompletedFunded by : EEA GrantsSector: Culture, civil society, good governance, fundamental rights and freedomsProgramme areas: Civil Society -
Poland 11 March 2024
Growing a city
Discover how the city of Mikolow is tackling climate change and urban challenges through innovative investments and workshops funded by the EEA and Norway Grants, enhancing eco resilience and fostering sustainable urban development.Programme: PL-CLIMATE: Energy and climate changeProject: PL-CLIMATE-0023: Mikołów for Climate - implementation of investments in the field of blue and green infrastructure in the CityProject status: SignedFunded by : EEA GrantsSector: Environment, energy, climate change and low carbon economyProgramme areas: Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation -
Croatia 01 March 2024
Powering a greener, more sustainable Croatian future
In the City of Bjelovar, a geothermal energy initiative is being developed that promises to significantly advance Croatia's pursuit of energy independence and diminish its dependence on fossil fuels.Programme: HR-ENERGY: Energy and Climate ChangeProject: HR-ENERGY-0022: Increased geothermal energy production capacity - infrastructural activities at the drillhole Korenovo GT-1Project status: SignedFunded by : EEA GrantsSector: Environment, energy, climate change and low carbon economyProgramme areas: Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Energy Security -
Portugal 16 February 2024
A circular solution for greenhouse waste in Portugal
Greenhouses are essential for producing high-quality crops in a controlled environment, but they also generate a lot of drain water, with high concentrations of plant nutrients. This drain water is usually discharged into the environment, thus wasting valuable resources. But what if there was a way to reuse this drain water and turn it into something useful?Programme: PT-INNOVATION: Blue Growth Innovation and SMEsProject: PT-INNOVATION-0023: ALGACYCLEProject status: SignedFunded by : EEA GrantsSector: Innovation, research, education and competitivenessProgramme areas: Business Development, Innovation and SMEs -
Lithuania 05 February 2024
Protecting our heritage
Lithuania, a country with a rich cultural heritage, is home to over 20,000 registered cultural heritage objects, ranging from small vernacular architecture to grand public and sacral buildings. Recognising the importance of preserving these cultural and architectural monuments, the FIXUS Mobilis project has emerged as an integral force to protect these pieces of history, supported by the EEA and Norway Grants. This initiative aims to enhance the management of cultural heritage through a proactive approach, emphasising preventive care and community involvement.Programme: LT-CULTURE: CultureProject: LT-CULTURE-0001: FIXUSProject status: CompletedFunded by : EEA GrantsSector: Culture, civil society, good governance, fundamental rights and freedomsProgramme areas: Cultural Entrepreneurship, Cultural Heritage and Cultural Cooperation -
Latvia 13 December 2023
Together against environmental crime
In a pioneering initiative of European cooperation, the police forces of Norway and Latvia have teamed up to combat environmental crime through a partnership funded by the EEA and Norway Grants. This collaboration has paved the way for the exchange of knowledge and expertise in the pursuit of safeguarding the environment.Programme: LV-HOMEAFFAIRS: International Police Cooperation and Combating CrimeProject: LV-HOMEAFFAIRS-0004: Support to the State Police for increasing effectiveness and quality of economic crime investigation in LatviaProject status: SignedFunded by : EEA GrantsSector: Justice and home affairsProgramme areas: International Police Cooperation and Combating Crime