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The European Commission launched the first call for financial institutions to become members of the European Energy Efficiency Financing Coalition, an initiative that brings together the European Commission, EU countries and financial institutions on energy efficiency financing. The call is open until 30 September and aims to create the first group of financial institutions joining the initiative.

As the EU’s flagship initiative for funding environmental and climate actions, the LIFE Programme is your opportunity to turn your ideas into reality - and if your project proposal is successful, you will be in for a share of the EUR 571 million available this year.

Horizon Europe provides opportunities for climate and marine researchers with the new call for tenders for a study on "Carbon sequestration capacity of seabeds". Don't miss this chance to enable positive climate action and apply by 29 August.

The first 'Walk the Talk' in the city of Brussels, organised by the Women in CINEA network took place on 11 July. During the exploratory ‘Our city, our safe space’ walk participants shared views and concerns on accessibility, mobility and safety among others.

For decades, coastal engineers tried to protect the beaches of southern Sweden against rising sea levels with giant concrete blocks. Now, thanks to LIFE Coast Adapt, they are working with nature, not against it. LIFE Coast Adapt is upfront about the challenges of using nature-based solutions, which require long-term commitment but offer significant returns.

The summer holidays are finally here - have you put together your summer reading list yet? To help you choose which books to take to the beach, we have asked colleagues around the Agency what they have been reading recently...or which books they will be packing in their suitcases.

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The European Commission has selected the 9 finalists for this year’s LIFE Awards. A hybrid ceremony announcing the winners will take place on 30 May during EU Green Week. You can now vote for your favourite LIFE Project!

On the 26th of January the Community of Practice (MED MSP CoP) for Maritime Spatial Planning in the Mediterranean was launched. Supported by CINEA and DG MARE, this CoP will strenghten the MSP community and build on the already rich policy context in the Mediterranean. More information is available on the European MSP Platform!

The call for the Atlantic Project Awards 2024 is now open! Celebrate outstanding projects that advance the Atlantic Action Plan 2.0. Showcase your success story and gain recognition at the 11th Atlantic Stakeholders Platform Conference in Bordeaux, France, this November. Winners receive a trophy, certificate, and the chance to present at ASPC 2024. Apply by September 20, 2024! Submit your application!

Join us in Bordeaux, France, and online this November for the 11th Atlantic Stakeholders Platform Conference (ASPC 2024)! This event will spotlight the progress of the Atlantic Action Plan 2.0, blue economy challenges, and foster cross-sea basin collaboration. Don’t miss out on this chance to shape the future of the Atlantic Maritime Strategy. Register now!

Held within the framework of Smart City Expo World Congress, the Tomorrow.Building World Congress aims to catalyse a positive change in the way we plan, construct, renovate and operate buildings and urban infrastructures.

Dedicated to the EU REPowerEU plan, the event focused on decarbonisation strategies for the heating and cooling sector, as demonstrated by a variety of LIFE and other EU funded projects.

On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the CEF Energy programme, we want to put the spotlight on projects supported by this funding instrument that stand out as a crucial link in strengthening the energy landscape of different regions. One of these projects is the Porthos CO2 project, a groundbreaking initiative in the CO2 networks sector.

CINEA seized the occasion of the Energy Infrastructure Forum in Copenhagen to celebrate a symbolic ceremony marking the signature of the grant agreement between the Agency and Gabreta, a smart grid project co-funded by CEF Energy. The signature officialises the grant award of over EUR 100 million for the project and the kick off of its implementation.

Victoria Taranu, Emily Bankert, and Carolina Koronen from BPIE, highlight in this report how EU policies like the EPBD, the Renewable Energy Directive (RED), and the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) support PEN principles.

We want to hear from stakeholders who took part or wanted to take part in Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP) in EU countries. As MSP has become a crucial component of environmental governance across the EU, Member States have adopted varied approaches to stakeholder consultation.

Reducing energy consumption and achieving energy savings is essential to deliver the European Green Deal. The eight EU-funded projects presented in this CORDIS Results Pack highlight bottom-up research on energy behaviour and modelling and supporting the design and implementation of better energy policies.

The European Commission has announced EUR 396 million in funding for 171 new LIFE projects across Europe. River conservation, coastal protection and electronic waste recycling are just a few of the projects approved. Discover all new LIFE projects now!

Two dynamic and engaging panel sessions were held, drawing on panellists, themselves representing multiple stakeholders, from different sectors and geographical regions. Panellists provided their thoughts and insights to questions posed, in some cases highlighting opposing viewpoints, but always it was an exciting and balanced discussion.

In responding to this, firstly, it is important to recall that European Blue Forum is for stakeholders to unite and discuss shared challenges and priorities with the aim of finding consensus, synergies and solutions towards a common vision. Thus, in a large part, its future direction and activities will be shaped by the blue community that we are creating. However, this is an evolving process, and it is necessary to create and maintain a strong momentum by firstly providing the opportunities for stakeholders to come together and voice their priorities and challenges, as well as aspirations.

The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is looking for talent to contribute to the success of its main programmes. Check out the Project Officer latest vacancy in the field of clean energy transition (deadline 12 July 2024) and spread the word.

Are you passionate about clean energy and want to help to contribute to the energy transition? We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Project Officer for Clean Energy Transition in the LIFE Programme. Apply now

The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) invite you to have a look at the new vacancies published on our official website: