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The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
The cross pinnacle on the Tower of Jesus Christ will be ready to receive visitors in 2026 on the centennial of Gaudi’s death
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That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
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But operating them is still illegal under the country’s legislation
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Plus, it has a unique modular design that allows it to be shortened and lengthened like a train
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
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Stockholm, Source: Stockholm was the first city to win the European Green Capital Award in 2010 / Pixabay
The competition for 2023 European Green Capital and the 2022 European Green Leaf Awards was opened last week
On Thursday, the European Commission launched one of its most popular contests in the field of sustainable living. Small and large cities of Europe can apply and win the 2023 European Green Capital (EGCA 2023) and the 2022 European Green Leaf (EGLA 2022) Awards and be recognised as champions in environmentally friendly urban development.
The European Green Capital Awards were born in 2008 and since then they have been highlighting the achievements of the greenest cities of Europe. It is of utmost importance to reward the efforts in building healthier and more pleasant cities, considering that more than two-thirds of the continent's population lives in urban areas.
But apart from praise for the high-flyers, the Awards aim to inform and inspire others to work towards implementing the European Green Deal. This appears to work well so far, as the number of winners has grown to the 12 laureates to this day.
What is more, the success of the EGCA was so great that in 2015 it was decided that smaller urban settlements should also be able to compete, albeit in a different category. Hence, the European Green Leaf Award was born.
It has been given ever since, to smaller cities and towns with a population of 20 000 – 99 999 inhabitants. In both cases, the competition is fierce and the applicants must convince an expert jury, composed of 12 independent members.
Now, the application period is open again and more cities can join the prestigious list of winners. As usual, no more than one European Green Capital and two European Green Leaf Awards winners can be selected.
However, there is an important improvement in this year’s contest, namely in the amount of the prize money given which totals one million euros. This amount is aimed to support cities in putting in place urban sustainability measures.
Respectively, the EGCA 2023 winner will get EUR 600 000, while the two EGLA 2022 titleholders can receive EUR 200 000 each. The soar in the financial reward is in synchrony with the important role cities play in delivering on the objectives of the European Green Deal, including Communication: EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030 - Bringing nature back into our lives.
On this occasion, the European Commissioner for the Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, Virginijus Sinkevičius sad “Sustainability is not a luxury, it is a necessity. In these difficult times, when a number of European cities are facing economic and social challenges, we want to help them in realising their sustainability vision. Past winners have shown that it is perfectly possible to live in a cleaner, greener environment and protect citizens’ health while having a thriving economy. I encourage all cities in Europe to follow the Green Capital and Green Leaf path of urban sustainability.”.
Everyone interested in applying or learning more about the Awards is invited to visit their official webpage.
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe's transition to climate neutrality.
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment.
Forests in the EU can help green the European construction industry and bolster a continent-wide push for architectural improvements.
Apply by 10 November and do your part for the transformation of European public spaces
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