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Sustainable Development of North Macedonia: Current state and the way forward
North Macedonia is actively engaged in aligning its national policies with the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, having committed to the implementation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The country has adopted several strategies and...
European Commission launches new RD Fund
The European Commission has opened the doors for independent researchers to access funding through its NGI Zero Commons Fund program. Over the course of the next three years, from January 2024 to June 2027, a total of €21.6 million will be distributed in grants,...
EU demands better protection for funds in €6B Reform Facility
The proposed €6 billion Reform and Growth Facility for Western Balkan countries is supposed to help them fulfill the conditions for EU accession. In an opinion published today, the European Court of Auditors suggests that this additional EU money should be better...
36 Corporate giants make half of the World’s pollution
A recent report by the Carbon Majors Project has revealed a stark reality: just 36 of the biggest corporate's were responsible for half of the world’s air pollution in 2023. The findings highlight the overwhelming role of coal, cement, and oil producers in the global...
EU Grants Open for prevention and preparedness projects
The European Union has launched an ongoing call for grants aimed at supporting prevention and preparedness projects. This funding opportunity is part of the Union Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM) program, which plays a crucial role in enhancing disaster resilience...
Sustainable EU Tourism workshop
All tourism professionals, decision-makers, and sustainability experts will come together for the Sustainable EU Tourism Workshop. The workshop will address the growing need for sustainable tourism solutions across Europe, bringing key stakeholders into discussions on...
500 Western Balkans municipalities get free public WiFi.
Municipalities in the Western Balkans can apply to benefit from the WiFi4WB (Wi-Fi for Western Balkans) initiative, which will provide free Wi-Fi hotspots to up to 500 municipalities across the Western Balkans. Wi-Fi access points will be installed in public spaces...
OPEN CALL by the Water Research Foundation
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) launched a new project call to improve watershed management. The initiative offers up to $200,000 to move beyond pollutant-focused methods and create a more effective framework for watershed health. This effort will develop a...
OPEN CALL: Cultural Heritage Projects!
Attention for the new Open Call! The Hadley Fund for the Cultural Heritage of South East Europe has launched its Second Call for Applications! This initiative aims to support innovative and impactful projects focused on the preservation, promotion, and sustainable use...
North Macedonia on High Alert: Preparing for a Devastating Animal Plague
North Macedonia has taken bold action to defend against a looming threat that could devastate its livestock sector and rural livelihoods — Peste des petits ruminants (PPR), a highly infectious and deadly animal plague targeting goats, sheep, camels, and wild...
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