EnvironmentalAwareness

Community Dialogue on Water-Abstraction Rules

September 17, 2025

As part of the GEA project, a roundtable with local residents was held on 10 September 2025 to discuss recent general decrees restricting water abstraction during low-flow periods. The meeting provided an open space to reflect on how these measures affect everyday life and how residents perceive their purpose and implementation. Participants acknowledged the ecological necessity of temporary restrictions and noted that clear, uniform rules can help support compliance. At the same time, concerns were raised about practical implications, including…

Roundtable Insights on Local Flood-Management Measures

September 15, 2025

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GEA

As part of the GEA project, BUPNET facilitated a discussion with local residents focusing on how flood-retention measures influence everyday life in the surrounding communities. The conversation took place on September 8th 2025 in a constructive and open atmosphere, giving participants space to share observations from their long-standing engagement with environmental issues. Residents expressed clear appreciation for the protective function of the flood-retention basin at Breitenauer See, noting its importance in reducing risks to nearby settlements and infrastructure. At the…

Insight into environmental education at WPZ-RUZ Reinhausen

September 2, 2025

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UPSPACE

At the WPZ-RUZ Reinhausen Environmental Education Centre, interested adults recently had the opportunity to take part in a training course within the framework of educational leave. The programme offered participants the chance to explore different modules on environmental education and to actively engage with sustainability topics. One example was the Weltacker puzzle (pictured), which opened discussions on land use, fair food distribution worldwide, and the high daily meat consumption in Germany. Such interactive formats not only make complex environmental issues…

Why Schools Matter in the Green Transition

May 3, 2025

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UPSPACE

Schools are more than places of learning – they are spaces where values and habits for life are formed.If we want a greener Europe, schools must play a central role in fostering environmental awareness, responsibility, and action.UPSPACE believes that by equipping teachers and students with the right skills and experiences, schools can become laboratories for sustainability, where ideas for greener communities are born.

Exciting Announcement: GEA Interactive Report on Citizen Science Now Live in 8 Languages!

February 16, 2024

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GEA

We’re thrilled to unveil the launch of the GEA Interactive Report on Citizen Science! This milestone marks a significant step forward in our collective journey toward environmental awareness and action. Available in English, Estonian, French, German, Greek, Italian, Lithuanian, and Macedonian, this interactive report is a treasure trove of insights, knowledge, and inspiration for anyone passionate about our planet. What’s Inside? Dive into the world of citizen science and explore the beauty of collaboration between researchers and everyday individuals. From…

Unveiling GEA: Navigating Eco-Anxiety to Cultivate Conscious Adults

September 5, 2023

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GEA

Green Education Alert! The GEA Project just dropped insights on a groundbreaking mission! No more eco-anxiety – they’re crafting tools for conscious adults. From countrywide research to a unique Palermo meet-up, they spill the beans on adult environmental education gaps. Ready to explore? Dive into the details at GEA’s website. Read the scoop: https://geaeducation.eu/gea-how-to-boost-environmental-education-towards-responsible-citizenship/