The Pelican Way of LIFE project (LIFE18NAT/NL/000716) focused on protecting the Dalmatian pelican across key sites in Bulgaria, Greece, Romania, and Ukraine. The project aimed to reduce threats such as collisions with power lines and habitat disturbance, improve breeding and feeding conditions, and raise awareness about the importance of conserving this globally threatened species. Beyond…
Marine litter, especially plastic waste, poses a serious threat to marine biodiversity, seabird populations, and coastal communities. The LIFE SeaBiL project aimed to reduce the impact of marine litter on seabirds through targeted actions in five pilot sites across Spain, France, and Portugal. To explore how such efforts might influence society and ecosystem services, we…
What does it mean to be a care-full scholar?Caring in your research, your work, and your everyday choices isn’t just a personal ethic — it’s a path to more just, sustainable, and nature-connected futures. This spring, next to the coast of the Wadden Sea in the Netherlands, a group of emerging researchers (PhD students from…
The United Nations designated May 22 as nternational Day for Biological Diversity to celebrate the intricate web of life that sustains our planet and underpins human well-being. This year’s theme, “Harmony with nature and sustainable development,” highlights the urgent need to align our progress with the health of the ecosystems we depend on. Biodiversity is…
We kicked off the month with an engaging event about bats, led by zoologist and bat expert Ágnes Nagy, who introduced participants of all ages to the world of bats through interactive games and tools. She held a captivating morning presentation about the fascinating lives of bats, followed by an evening bat walk, where participants…
GreenFormation is an integral part of EMCCINNO, a project dedicated to fostering systemic change through artistic innovation and community-driven transformation. EMCCINNO aims to empower cultural and creative industries to lead sustainable climate transitions by refining and scaling innovative business models across Europe. The initiative highlights the role of arts and culture in addressing climate challenges,…
The third issue of the Co-Bio newsletter highlights the exchange visit held in Vienna from February 25–27, 2025, where project partners and local participants came together to share knowledge, explore field sites, and reflect on urban biodiversity and co-creation. Hosted by Öko Campus Wien and Gartenpolylog, the three-day meeting featured excursions to biodiversity-focused sites, presentations…
With spring approaching, gardens and green spaces are slowly coming to life, offering the perfect opportunity to observe pollinators and create a welcoming habitat for them. The “Wekerle, természetesen!” (Wekerle, naturally!) event series continued with a session titled “Pollinators Are Our Friends”, focusing on the essential role of pollinators in our ecosystems and how to…
Between February 25 and 27, 2025, the Co-Bio project partners gathered in Vienna for a three-day exchange visit, bringing together participants from local case studies across Europe. The aim of the meeting was to exchange and learn from each other, share best practices, and provide valuable feedback for the finalisation of the project’s prototype guideline.…
GreenFormation Kft., together with its associated partners, Transition Wekerle civil organisation, Kiserdő Egyesület, and volunteers, continues the“Wekerle, természetesen!” (Wekerle, naturally!) event series, bringing practical knowledge on urban biodiversity to the local community. On February 8, we held the second event called “Bird-Friendly Gardens – How Can We Help Our Feathered Friends?”, focusing on ways to…