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𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙖 𝙨𝙤𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙞𝙚𝙡𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙨? 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙬𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙨 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙢𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙚? ... it is relevant to be able to imagine land take: In Austria alone, an area of 18 soccer fields is sealed EVERY DAY! Competing interets, dealt with in parallel sectors, prevent an #integrated approach to tackling the problem. We from blue! advancing european projects are happy to say "we did it again": This time, we supported the successful application of an Interreg Alpine Space project called "Brokering Spaces", led by Manuela Brückler and Philipp Vesely from the SIR - Salzburger Institut für Raumordnung und Wohnen GmbH. BrokeringSpaces will strive to find a system that achieves multiple objectives: reconcile different land use interests, create a more resilient planning system, fight land take and increase the performance of ecosystem services. The project starts out from the very foundation of spatial planning and will revitalise traditional tools that are far more sustatinable than current "ways to go". Possible ways to move forward: 🍀 𝙍𝙚𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜! as an approach to integrated a multitude of sectors. 🍀 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙚 𝙚𝙭𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨 that able to integrate differing sectors. A multitude of constructive planning tools or stakeholder integration approaches exists. 🍀 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣! ... not only necessarily scientific literature! For example, the touching book of Bettina Balàka "vom Zähmen, Ausbeuten und Bestauen", that analyses the bashing of "nature conservation" as "sentimental", altough is is a fundamental socioeoconomic need. 🍀 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙨 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙛 𝙤𝙛 𝙖𝙣 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙡𝙡, 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙗𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚. Look at the picture: A clear view on strategic priorities in an integrated system. 🍀 𝘿𝙤 𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧! #EU funding programmes such as #Interreg pave the way to implementing multi-national & multisectoral solutions! Dorothea H. Palenberg will gladly report from the #GetStarted Seminar in #Salzburg that will be hosted as of today. #ClimateResilience #SpatialPlanning #EUFunding

𝗜𝘀 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗽𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹? 𝗬𝗘𝗦, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻! The importance of nature restoration in the Alpine region cannot be overstated. It is essential for securing biodiversity and enhancing resilience against environmental changes. Recently, we at blue! advancing european projects had the honor of moderating an international workshop on behalf of BfN and the Alpine Convention, bringing together representatives from various countries to discuss this critical topic and exchange knowledge. We are happy to support project development, discussions, and knowledge exchange towards nature restoration and biodiversity strengthening. 💡 Global Collaboration: Experts from multiple countries united to share insights and strategies on restoring nature in the Alpine region. 💡 Enhancing Biodiversity: Focusing on restoration efforts that secure and boost biodiversity for a resilient ecosystem. 💡 Supporting Initiatives: At blue!, we are proud to facilitate projects and dialogues that drive nature restoration and strengthen biodiversity. If you want to learn more about our work or organize a workshop with us, find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eTdqjGJF #naturerestorationlaw #projectdevelopment #biodiversity #resilience #restoration #mitigation #restorenature #Sustainability #AlpineRegion

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝟐-𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞 : First day of work with the H2CE Project . Our consultant Marga Molina is in Bologna working with the partners. An intense agenda, including thematic workshops on activities and exchange visits with experts. #H2CE aims at empowering public authorities and administration in #CentralEurope to integrate #hydrogen proactively and sustainably into regional planning and development. The project runs until March 2026  and is funded by the Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme.

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿? 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻!   The recent flooding in Spain is a powerful reminder of the urgent need for climate resilience and mitigation strategies as extreme weather events become more frequent and intense. At blue! advancing european projects, we are proud to be supporting the development and implementation of projects focused on these very goals.   💡 Project Development: We’re working to shape solutions that address the impacts of extreme weather and safeguard communities.   💡 Resilience and Mitigation: From concept to implementation, our projects focus on building a future that can withstand climate extremes, supporting adaptation strategies that make a difference.   💡 Collaborative Action: We bring together diverse stakeholders, ensuring comprehensive strategies that tackle extreme weather challenges head-on.   We’re committed to enhancing preparedness and resilience across Europe. If you want to learn more about our work, visit us here: https://lnkd.in/eTdqjGJF   #ExtremeWeather #ProjectDevelopment #ClimateResilience #Mitigation #Floods #SustainableFuture #ClimateAction  

What is going on at the 2024 United Nations Biodiversity Conference in Cali, Colombia? [EN] German below  The United Nations Biodiversity Conference is on the home stretch and it is not certain whether the countries of the global community will be able to reach binding agreements on the protection of nature and biodiversity. According to host Colombia, most countries are lagging far behind both in the designation of protected areas and in the financing of the fund agreed two years ago, which is to be filled with 20 billion dollars a year from 2025 in order to finance ongoing restoration measures. To reach the global biodiversity goals, it takes a lot of actors who work creatively and with great commitment for nature conservation and biodiversity projects every day. blue! is proud to be part of it - we have been actively involved for 25 years in cooperation with the #AlpineConvention, #ALPARC , the #CarpathianConvention and many other actors. Was passiert gerade bei der Weltnaturkonferenz 2024 in Cali, Kolumbien? Die Weltnaturkonferenz ist auf der Zielgeraden und es ist nicht sicher, ob sich die Staaten der Weltgemeinschaft auf verbindliche Vereinbarungen zum Schutz von Natur und Biodiversität einigen können. Sowohl bei der Ausweisung von Schutzgebieten hinkten die meisten Länder, laut Gastgeber Kolumbien, weit hinterher, als auch bei der Finanzierung des vor zwei Jahren beschlossenen Fonds, der ab 2025 mit jährlich 20 Milliarden Dollar befüllt sein soll, um daraus laufende Wiederherstellungsmaßnahmen zu finanzieren. Um die globalen Biodiversitätsziele zu erreichen, braucht es viele Akteur*innen, die sich täglich kreativ und mit viel Engagement für Naturschutz- und Biodiversitätsprojekte einsetzen. blue! ist stolz darauf, seit 25 Jahren in Zusammenarbeit mit der #Alpenkonvention, #ALPARC , der #Karpatenkonvention und vielen anderen Partnern aktiv dabei zu sein.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲, 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀? 𝟰 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹! Klaudia Kuraś, who is - together with Harald Egerer - a strong force in coordinating the #CarpathianConvention, toghether with an engaged team, had an idea: What if we try to apply for a REALLY big, transnational project that pushes for #NatureProtection and #Biodiversity in the #Carpathians, a mountain range that is shared by seven countries. Well, here we are! We from blue! advancing european projects are very happy that we can contribute and learn. This is how you go for the "big fish": 🎯 Choose the right programme for #EUfunding to support you. What is missing in the Carpathians, is a large, transnational, strategic project. The funding programme LIFE Programme offers such opportunities. 🎯 Think about resources for sound preparation! Here, the funding programme offers the opportunity to apply for a small, preparatory project. 🎯 Put a good team together that believes in the cause and has compliant competences: Besides the strong team from #UNEP's Carpathian Convention Secretariat and engaged focal points in the countries, the team has been supported not only by Dorothea H. Palenberg from blue, but also by key experts with long-standing experience, especially Zbig Niew. 🎯 Create a committed, but flexible roadmap that provides a strong structure, but is resilient enough to adapt to possible changes. We would like to take the opportunity to thank Klaudia Kuraś and Harald Egerer for her trust in us. #CarpathianCovention #femaleleaders #EUfunding

Interreg Alpine Space #Soil:OurInvisibleAlly - 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗷𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗷𝗮𝗻𝗮 🚀 We are thrilled to share that the kick-off meeting for Soil:OurInvisibleAlly took place in Ljubljana last week, with valuable support from the Permanent Secretariat of the Alpine Convention and further key observers. Their insights and contributions have set a solid foundation for the project’s next steps. 🙌 🌍 Exploring Solutions in the Field: Despite the rainy weather, our team made a successful excursion to one of our pilot sites in Slovenia, demonstrating commitment to hands-on solutions in real-world conditions. The enthusiasm of our partners was undampened by the rain! 📝 Planning the Future: The meeting was a great success, with all partners aligning on the next steps to take the project forward. We left Ljubljana with clear goals and strong motivation to continue our collaborative work. We from blue! advancing european projects are excited to move ahead with the Partnership and implement the strategies we’ve developed together! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this journey toward impactful solutions. #ProjectKickoff #Collaboration #Innovation #Sustainability #PilotSite #Ljubljana #NextSteps #Soil #Alps

𝐖𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 24 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬! 🎂 🎉 Since 2000 blue! advancing european projects offers its services in the preparation and drafting of #Europeanprojects and programmes as well as in their evaluation. We look back on countless cooperative breakthroughs, joint exploration of innovative solutions and … joy to work together with European colleagues. 😊🤝😊 This experience and know-how helps us to provide optimal support to beneficiaries who want to promote operations to be financed with #EUfunds: from strategic consultancy and preparation support, to the successful #management and #capitalisation of their projects supported by European programmes. We work both at regional level, e.g. in landscape planning projects, and at transnational level in different EU policy areas. We offer expert support to implement project actions such as #studies, spatial #planning, organisation and moderation of #events on the most varied topics. 𝘋𝘰 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘶𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯

𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 The year 2024 has been particularly severe in terms of #flooding in Europe, affecting many countries and leaving behind victims, evacuations and extensive damage. We blue! advancing european projects would like to express our sorrow and solidarity with those affected. One of the great challenges that we will have to face together on our continent is increasing our #resilience to floods and exploring possible solutions. 💪 This year our colleagues Dorothea H. Palenberg and Marga Molina were working for Rijkswaterstaat and other European partners in a proposal aimed to increase resilience to extreme weather events.  And new projects are planned for the future! 🔎 And we would like to point out other initiatives of interest. Such as the actions promoted as part of the #EUMission Adaptation to #ClimateChange 👉 Don't miss this event! 📅 : 𝘍𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦: 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘚𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘚𝘢𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦: on 26 September from 10:00 to 11:30 CEST. It will be focused on exploring flood risk management solutions and best practices for regions and local communities. https://lnkd.in/dngbjczu

[EN version below] #Streuobstwiesen im September: Erntezeit und Engagement für unsere #Kulturlandschaft   Im September ist die beste Zeit, die Streuobstwiesen in ihrer vollen Pracht zu erleben und selbst zu ernten. 🍐 Diese Wiesen sind historische Kulturlandschaften, die durch eine niedrige Baumdichte und eine Vielfalt an Obstsorten wie Äpfel, Birnen und Pflaumen geprägt sind. Sie spielen eine zentrale Rolle bei der Erhaltung der Biodiversität, indem sie #Lebensräume für zahlreiche Pflanzen- und Tierarten bieten. 🦔 🐝 Zudem tragen sie zur Bewahrung traditioneller Anbautechniken bei. Ihre Pflege und der Erhalt sind entscheidend für die Aufrechterhaltung ihrer ökologischen und kulturellen Funktionen. Nutzen wir also den September, um regionales frisches Obst zu essen. #Streuobstwiesen #Erntezeit #Biodiversität #Naturschutz #Klimaschutz #RegionalEinkaufen    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [EN] #Orchard #Meadows in September: Harvest Time and Commitment to Our #Cultural #Landscape   September is the perfect time to experience and harvest the full beauty of orchard meadows. 🍐 These historic landscapes are characterized by a low density of trees and a variety of fruit types such as apples, pears, and plums. They play a crucial role in preserving #biodiversity by providing habitats for numerous plant and animal species. 🦔 🐝 In addition, orchard meadows help with preserving traditional farming techniques. Their care and maintenance are essential for sustaining their ecological and cultural functions. Let’s use September to eat fresh, regional fruit. #OrchardMeadows #HarvestSeason #Biodiversity #Conservation #ClimateAction #BuyLocal