Ireland Backed 103 River Barrier Projects to Help Waterways Flow Again
Ireland is investing €13.6 million in 103 projects to address dams, weirs and other barriers that affect rivers and aquatic life.
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Almost 700 Irish Historic Buildings Will Receive Conservation Support
Ireland allocated €8.1 million under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2026, supporting conservation works on almost 700 historic buildings.
Ireland Published Expert Recommendations for a National Nature Restoration Plan
Ireland’s Independent Advisory Committee on Nature Restoration produced recommendations to guide the country’s Nature Restoration Plan under EU law.
Dutch Researchers Began Work on Climate-Proof Building Renovation
Four Dutch research consortia have started projects on how existing buildings can be renovated for climate resilience, comfort and lower environmental impact.
European Research Highlighted How Extensive Grazing Helps Protected Habitats
A European Environment Agency briefing explains how extensive grazing supports many protected habitats and can also help reduce wildfire risk.
European Bison Arrived in Spain’s Iberian Highlands for the First Time
Nine European bison were released in the Iberian Highlands, beginning a research effort into how the species can help restore Mediterranean ecosystems.
Denmark Promoted the Simple Wellbeing of Everyday Cycling
VisitDenmark’s Danish Wheelness campaign celebrates cycling as a practical way to explore, improve wellbeing and experience Danish towns and landscapes more slowly.
Sweden’s Sustainability Model Shows How a Country Can Combine Innovation and Lower Emissions
Sweden continues to present itself as a sustainability pioneer, with a large fossil-free energy share, strong environmental institutions and a focus on circular solutions.
Europe’s Nature Recovery Work Is Moving From Targets Into Local Delivery
Across several European countries, new funding, research and planning show nature restoration moving from policy language into local projects.
Denmark Approved a €1 Billion Scheme to Let Landowners Return Land to Nature
Denmark’s new state-aid scheme will support voluntary climate and nature projects on privately owned land, including wetlands, rewetting and land restoration.