LIFE Programme

Experts in science, practice, and policy of ecological restoration came together at the 14th European Conference on Ecological Restoration SERE 2024 in Estonia last month. LIFE projects were showcased in more than 70 presentations, talks and posters.

After two decades of hard work to bring the Iberian Lynx back from the brink of extinction, one of LIFE’s main goals - to move this iconic species out of the Red List Endangered category - has been achieved ahead of schedule.

Millions of people across Europe breathe pollution at levels exceeding those ones recommended in health guidelines. On the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, we highlighted two LIFE projects creating a cleaner atmosphere.

Europe’s greenhouse gas emissions go down every year, thanks to the EU Emissions Trading System - but they need to fall faster and further. LIFE COASE monitors the carbon market to reduce emissions more efficiently.

Seabirds are dying due to the millions of tonnes of plastic waste thrown into the ocean each year. LIFE SeaBiL wants to turn back this tide of harmful pollution.

Atlantic storms can cause devastating flooding on the beautiful coastlines of Macaronesia - a problem that will only get worse with climate change. LIFE Garachico is finding affordable ways to help communities cope.

When we turn on the tap, do we stop to think where the water comes from? Climate change is putting extra pressure on our water resources. LIFE GreenLED is saving and reusing every raindrop.

The LIFE Programme will showcase the LIFE Clean Energy Transition (CET) sub-programme at this event, which is recognized as Europe's premier hub for EU research collaboration and market opportunities.

Attendees are invited to a physical info session for representatives of Local and Regional Offices in Brussels, scheduled for 23 September, from 9:00 to 12:00, at the Committee of the Regions.

Join us for a groundbreaking event at the forefront of water technology innovation – the European Water Technology Week 2024!

Wingspan 2024, organised within the framework of the SafeLines4Birds, LIFE EUROKITE and LIFE Great Bustard projects, will focus on bird-friendly energy transition partnerships.

This LIFE Platform Meeting will focus on addressing the biodiversity crisis through results-based payment schemes (RBaPS). The three-day event, organised under the framework of the LIFE Programme and hosted by LIFE IP B4B, will bring together policymakers, practitioners, conservation experts, landowners, farmers and agricultural stakeholders.

The webinar, held on 15-16 October, will explore challenges and solutions in the prevention, re-use, and high-quality recycling of construction and demolition waste (CDW).

Pollutec, the premier international trade show focused on environmental and climate solutions, will take place in Paris on 26-27 November, featuring active participation from the LIFE Programme.