Category: Envi

Safe passage for migrating geese

LIFE-funded conservationists have put an end to the local killing of red-breasted geese (Branta ruficollis) in Bulgaria. They are now spreading their measures across the migration path of the threatened species to safely guide it home. Powered by WPeMatico

LIFE 2018 Call: application packages corrigendum

The application packages for LIFE Nature and Biodiversity, LIFE Environment and Resource Efficiency, LIFE Environmental Governance and Information have been updated with a Corrigendum correction of the guidance in the Form A2 regarding affiliates, in both sections 3.1.2 and 3.2.2 of the Guidelines for applicants 2018. We kindly advice all

Growing meadows under the sea

A new technique for mooring posidonia grass (Posidonia oceanica) to the Sardinian sea bed is improving its chances of survival. Human activity is killing off posidonia in the Mediterranean at an alarming rate. Meadows of the sea grass have regressed by an estimated 34% over the past 50 years. Their

New publication: LIFE and wildlife crime

LIFE and Wildlife Crime shows how LIFE projects have already helped contribute to each of the areas identified in the EU Roadmap towards eliminating illegal killing, trapping and trade of birds: monitoring and data collection, prevention, information exchange, training and awareness-raising, and enforcement and legal aspects. Powered by WPeMatico

Cool new tiles hit EU market

The LIFE HEROTILE project is launching production of a new generation of roof tiles that keep buildings cool. After four years of LIFE-funded development, Italian tile manufacturer, Industrie Cotto Possagno, will start manufacturing the product in May. What sets these tiles apart is their shape. Interlocking elements on the terracotta

Apply now for LIFE funding!

The LIFE programme has launched its 2018 call for project proposals. This year, we are investing close to €400 million in nature conservation, environmental protection and climate action. We are also introducing a streamlined application process to make it easier for you to request LIFE funds. Powered by WPeMatico

How to get your Close-to-Market proposal approved

Working on a commercial solution to an environmental or climate challenge? You can now download LIFE application packages for traditional projects on the environment and resource efficiency, and climate action. Here are our 8 tips for getting your Close-to-Market proposal approved. Powered by WPeMatico

Sunshine in your pocket

The President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, has awarded 17-year old Simone Borsetti the title of Alfiere della Repubblica for “improving the environment and health” in his home town of Ferrara in northern Italy. While still at school, Borsetti has helped monitor environmental strains on public well-being in the frame of

Schoolboy environmentalist thanked by Italian president

The President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, has awarded 17-year old Simone Borsetti the title of Alfiere della Repubblica for “improving the environment and health” in his home town of Ferrara in northern Italy. While still at school, Borsetti has helped monitor environmental strains on public well-being in the frame of