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The EU Nature Restoration Law: A Bold Step Forward, but Are We Ready?

In a world where climate urgency and biodiversity loss are no longer distant concerns but pressing realities, the European Union has taken a pivotal leap with its Nature Restoration Law. Designed to reverse decades of environmental degradation, this landmark legislation could set a global standard for restoring ecosystems and combating climate change. But with bold ambition comes significant challenges.

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Portrait Series #8 - Beyond numbers: Remon Karam’s fight for identity and belonging

Remon Karam's life is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope in the face of unimaginable adversity. Born in Egypt, Remon grew up in a country brimming with rich history and culture, but also with significant political and social challenges. The turmoil following the Arab Spring in 2011 marked a turning point in his life.

Empowering Cities for Climate Resilience: The Mission Implementation Platform (MIP4Adapt)

In a world increasingly grappling with the challenges of climate change, European cities are turning to innovative solutions to adapt and thrive. The Mission Implementation Platform (MIP4Adapt) is at the forefront of these efforts, providing robust support for urban areas to achieve climate resilience.

Launched under the EU’s Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change, MIP4Adapt is a comprehensive initiative designed to assist cities and regions in becoming climate-resilient by 2030. This platform offers tailored guidance, tools, and resources, enabling municipalities to effectively address climate-related risks such as heatwaves, floods, and water scarcity.

Rethinking housing policies in order to fight depopulation: Saint-Quentin’s Approach

One of the key strategies to address depopulation lies in rethinking housing policies. Ensuring high-quality, affordable housing that meets the needs of diverse population groups—especially young people—is essential to reversing the trend of outmigration. By fostering vibrant neighborhoods and improving living conditions, housing policies play a pivotal role in halting the exodus of residents and revitalizing the urban fabric.

Shaping Circular Cities: Insights from the Let’s Go Circular! Mid Term Reflection process and open call for action

In a world where linear consumption drives resource depletion and waste, the ‘’Let’s Go Circular! Paving the way for circular cities’’ (LGC!) network is showing the way forward. This URBACT Action Planning Network, comprising ten diverse cities, is championing circular economy principles to create resilient, resource-efficient urban environments. From Munich to Tirana, these cities are transforming the way they approach consumption, governance, and sustainability.

The Mid Term Reflection session of the LGC! network, held in October 2024 in Malmo, Sweden, provided a comprehensive overview of efforts to promote circular economy principles across participating cities and beyond. With representatives from ten cities, including Munich, Cluj-Napoca, Malmö, Oulu, Riga, Corfu, Guimaraes, Lisbon, Tirana and Oulu, this initiative aims to embed sustainable circular economy practices into local policies and actions. This article summarizes progress, challenges, and future steps, reflecting the collective ambition to shape greener urban environments.