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Presentation:Interview
 
A graphic in Polish with the title "Zielona Synergia w Samorządach" (Green Synergy in Local Governments) related to the "Forum Zrównoważonych Inwestycji Samorządowych" (Forum for Sustainable Municipal Investments). The top left features the logo of the "Polski Kongres Klimatyczny" (Polish Climate Congress). The background is a blue tone, showing a stylized image of trees, emphasizing themes of environment and sustainability.
The podcast "Polski Kongres Klimatyczny 2024" features highlights from the discussion that took place at the Polish Climate Congress in March 2024. In the podcast, Ewa Iwaszuk, Fellow at Ecologic Institute, discusses the importance of "green synergy" in municipal cooperation and emphasizes the role of nature-based solutions (NbS) in the development of sustainable cities. Ewa Iwaszuk highlighted how the work of Ecologic Institute and its partners supports cities to effectively integrate these approaches into their infrastructure projects in order to tackle climate change and improve quality of life.

Green Synergies in Municipalities: Applying nature-based solutions in cities


Ewa Iwaszuk

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Publication:Brochure
 
Cover of a guide titled "Städte grün und vielfältig (um)gestalten" by the German Federal Agency for Nature Conservation (BfN). The cover features four images of urban green spaces, including a small park, a wooded area, a nature path, and a neighborhood with graffiti art. The guide provides practical advice for municipalities on integrating biodiversity into urban development projects.
The practical guidance "Green and diverse urban (re)design" shows how local authorities can implement concrete measures to promote ecological diversity in urban areas. From the creation of new green spaces and the naturalization of bodies of water to the greening of roofs and façades, the guide offers practical recommendations and illustrative examples.

Städte grün und vielfältig (um)gestalten

Praxisleitfaden für Kommunen zur Berücksichtigung von biologischer Vielfalt in Gebieten der Städtebauförderung

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Project
 
The aim of the project is to support the promotion of ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) in tropical and subtropical coastal regions. This is to be achieved by strengthening the technical information base, promoting the international exchange of experience and developing and communicating policy- and implementation-oriented recommendations for action to decision-makers.

Ecosystem-based Adaptation for Coastal Regions Worldwide (TROPICAL ADAPT)

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Event:Discussion
 
On behalf of the MLUK, we thank all participants for joining the market information event 'Value chains for organic grain from Brandenburg' on 22 October 2024.

Value Chains for Organic Grain from Brandenburg

Market Information Talk


Seddiner See, Germany

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Event:Discussion
 
On behalf of the MLUK, we thank all participants for joining the market information talks on 29 October 2024, focusing on "Value chains for organic niche crops from Brandenburg."

Value Chains for Organic Niche Crops from Brandenburg

Market Information Talk – Focus: Buckwheat, amaranth, flax, millet & co. and nuts


Seddiner See, Germany

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Event:Discussion
 
The third organic market information talk on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Environment and Climate Protection of the State of Brandenburg (MLUK) took place on 18 November 2024 at Gut Hesterberg. The topic was 'Value chains for organic meat', with a focus on processing and marketing opportunities.

Value Chains for Organic Meat from Brandenburg

Market Information Talk


Gut Hesterberg, Germany

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Event:Discussion
 
On behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Environment, and Climate Protection of the State of Brandenburg (MLUK), the market information meeting "Organic Value Chains for Community Catering" took place on 19 November 2024.

Organic Value Chains for Community Catering

Market Information Talk


Seddiner See, Germany

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News
 
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Christoph Heinrich as the new Director of Ecologic Institute. He will assume his position on 1 August 2024. Christoph Heinrich takes over from Dr. Camilla Bausch, who is stepping down at the end of this summer after more than 20 years of dedicated work, including almost a decade as Director.
 

Ecologic Institute Welcomes Christoph Heinrich as its New Director

Experienced and internationally well-connected environmental expert joins the team

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Event:Workshop
 
promotional poster for the AgriKultur Festival, which will take place in Berlin at the Wriezener Park on September 20-21, 2024. The poster features a stylized carrot designed as a guitar, symbolizing the blend of agriculture and culture. The festival is organized by KOPOS and is supported by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), the Stadt Land Plus initiative, and FONA (Research for Sustainable Development). The website www.agrikulturfestival.de/berlin is provided for more information.
On 20 and 21 September 2024, the AgriKultur Festival took place in Berlin for the first time. In beautiful late summer weather, around 600 people came together in Berlin-Friedrichshain to learn and exchange ideas about regional agriculture and food. "The festival became a lively place of exchange, a two-day think tank," explain the organizers Annabella Jakab (Netzwerk Flächensicherung e. V.) and Sebastian Rogga (ZALF e. V.).

AgriKultur Festival Berlin 2024

Experience sustainability in urban spaces

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Berlin, Germany

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Publication:Brochure
 
cover page of a document titled "Stadtnatur-Plan: Lebensqualität, Klima und biologische Vielfalt zusammendenken!" published by the German Federal Agency for Nature Conservation (BfN).
The EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030 calls on cities to promote urban nature in the form of “Urban Nature Plans” for the protection of biodiversity, for climate protection and adaptation and for the quality of life in cities, and to set ambitious targets for this. This brochure transfers the approach of urban nature plans to the German context and offers concrete tips for implementation. This includes a checklist to determine the extent to which a municipality's existing plans already correspond to urban nature plans.

Stadtnatur-Plan: Lebensqualität, Klima und biologische Vielfalt zusammendenken!

Ein Leitfaden zur Umsetzung der EU-Biodiversitätsstrategie 2030 in urbanen Gebieten

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Project:Horizon Europe
 
The increasing frequency of floods and droughts highlights the urgent need for climate-resilient landscapes. This is where the European research project SpongeWorks comes in, demonstrating sustainable "sponge" measures in river basins across Greece, France, and the Netherlands/Germany. By restoring rivers, wetlands, and implementing innovative agricultural practices, landscapes are becoming better equipped to retain and release water in a controlled way. With 28 partners involved, the project aims to inspire other regions by sharing success stories and tools to promote "sponge landscapes" across Europe.

Implementing Nature-based Solutions for Water Retention and Climate Resilience in Europe (SpongeWorks)

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