LIFE Newsletter - January 2025
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LIFE Programme

January 2025

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What to expect from LIFE in 2025

A look ahead to some of the highlights for the LIFE Programme over the next 12 months.

 
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A year to be proud of: the many successes of LIFE projects

The past 12 months have seen LIFE projects achieve landmark moments, win awards and welcome high-profile visitors to see their work.

 
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News

Record success powered by LIFE

The European City Facility has broken records with 297 applications following its 7th call. Local governments across 27 countries are taking bold steps to develop Energy Efficiency & Clean Energy investment plans, advancing Europe’s journey to climate neutrality.

 
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LIFE shows the way in cutting Christmas food waste

As it was the festive season, that time of year when we were often tempted to overindulge in food and drink, two LIFE projects showed us how to enjoy Christmas without going overboard.

 
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Green Assist: Recovering and repurposing composite waste

Belgian company Reprocover, known for making products from recycled materials, aims to reduce its environmental impact further. With support from Green Assist, it is scaling up its innovative composite waste recycling solution.

 
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Take an active role in EUSEW 2025

The European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) takes place from 10- 12 June 2025 in a hybrid format. Check out the main calls to take an active role in the conference.

 
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Project news

LIFE at Pollutec Paris recap video

Last year, 17 LIFE projects showcased innovations in climate adaptation, energy efficiency, building renovation, and the circular economy at POLLUTEC 24. This video highlights four green transition stories with testimonials from French LIFE project representatives: Giulia Custodi (LIFE C-LOW-N ASPHALT), Jérémie Bernard (LIFE WASTE2BUILD), Solenne Favre (LIFE OwnYourSECAP), and Hélène Caille (LIFE ENERPOV-EP-0).

 
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Events

05/02/2025 - 06/02/2025

Networking Meeting on LIFE and innovative funding for nature

The online meeting, held on 5–6 February 2025, will use experience gained from LIFE projects to showcase and explore innovative funding mechanisms, including private sector contributions, for nature conservation and restoration.

 
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10/02/2025 - 12/02/2025

Platform Meeting – Plastic waste prevention and reuse systems

Hosted by LIFE-IP C-MARTLIFE, this meeting will be held from 10-12 February 2025, focusing on innovative solutions to prevent and reuse plastic waste, Several key LIFE projects and other relevant stakeholders are due to participate. Please note that it is not open to external participants.

 
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20/03/2025 - 21/03/2025

Networking Meeting – Key challenges to upscaling nature restoration in the EU: learning from LIFE experience

The online meeting takes place on 20-21 March to highlight solutions for scaling up nature restoration in the EU, drawing on the experiences of LIFE projects. Key challenges and successful strategies from these projects will be discussed to promote effective nature restoration across Europe.

 
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ISSN: 2600-5212