Around 550,000 tonnes of fishing gear have accumulated in the European Economic Area, with 12,000 tonnes added annually. The Fishing Without Plastic (PE.S.PLA) project aimed to combat this by developing biodegradable materials for artisanal fishing gear, reducing environmental impact.
A cornerstone of the European Union’s commitment to environmental protection and climate action, the LIFE programme offers Montenegro support to improve its environmental and climate policies and practices.
The high-level discussion will focus on the future of Europe’s sustainable bio-based economy and will support the development of a new EU Bioeconomy Strategy, to be presented by the end of 2025.
From France’s Atlantic coast to the Spanish Mediterranean, marine industries are finding new ways to turn their waste into treasure. Discarded oyster shells and abandoned fishing nets, once considered worthless, are now being repurposed into eco-friendly building materials and street furniture
This Earth Day sees the launch of the third edition of the global campaign #ForOurPlanet. Focusing on ‘circular economy: beyond recycling’, the campaign calls on all interested organisations to act for our planet, from composting coffee grounds to local repair cafes. Find out how to get involved.
Our annual campaign is back with a bang this year, as we go all out on the circular economy in a bid to make the EU economy grow sustainably and more efficiently.