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2021 European Commission work programme: what’s new for mountains? [29 / 01 / 2021]

Agriculture, mobility, Long Term Vision for Rural Areas, broadband and much more: as 2021 starts, Euromontana analysed the European Commission’s annual work programme. This article aims at outlining the key actions and the calendar for […]

Cooperation and development of mountain areas: strengthen the opportunities for Crete [28 / 01 / 2021]

The Region of Crete held on 20 January 2021 a successful webinar with almost 40 local stakeholders to discuss the opportunities and development prospects of Crete’s mountain areas. The initiative organised by George Alexakis, Vice […]

‘Cuisinons notre région’: from farm to fork in mass catering services [27 / 01 / 2021]

More than 6 million meals are taken in schools, institutions and companies’ canteens every year in the Canton of Valais (according to the latest study by the Federal Statistical Office in 2009). Mass catering therefore […]

Policy recommendations to drive Alpine villages on the road to smartness [22 / 01 / 2021]

The Alpine Space SMARTVillages project published its policy recommendations to support the development of Smart Villages in the alpine area. Discussed during the project’s international conference in November 2020, these recommendations will be handed out […]

Post-2020 CAP: eco-schemes should support mountain farming [21 / 01 / 2021]

Eco-schemes are a new tool under pilar 1 of the post-2020 CAP; aiming at greening the CAP, they are compulsory for Member States in their Strategic Plans but not mandatory for farmers. Member States are […]

Smart mountains: how can biosphere reserves contribute to the Green Deal? [20 / 01 / 2021]

Euromontana held its second webinar on Smart Mountains on 14 January 2021 to discuss the possible contribution of Biosphere Reserves in achieving the EU Green Deal objectives. Co-organised by Euromontana, the UNESCO Man and the […]

Euromontana’s booklet of good practices for a sustainable recovery in European mountains [13 / 01 / 2021]

As we start a new year, Euromontana releases its annual collection of initiatives, showcasing inspiring good practices from all over Europe (UE and non-UE). This booklet is the result of the exchange of good practices […]

The new EU Mobility Strategy: mixed announces for mountain people [8 / 01 / 2021]

The European Green Deal calls for a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from transport, in order for the EU to become a climate-neutral economy by 2050. To achieve this objective, the European Commission published […]

Euromontana, CPMR and NSPA call for a European strategy for islands, mountainous and sparsely populated areas [7 / 01 / 2021]

The post-COVID recovery will be much longer and much more difficult in some regions than others. This, unfortunately, is especially the case for many Islands, mountainous and sparsely populated areas, which are witnessing the bankruptcy […]

Results-based agri-environment payment schemes to protect mountain grasslands [17 / 12 / 2020]

In the Târnava Mare and Pogányhavas regions, Romania, mountain grasslands’ species are endangered due to the deterioration of habitats. To protect the biodiversity of these mountain areas, the Fundatia ADEPT worked with the Romanian government […]

How to integrate the Green Deal into the Cohesion Policy? A toolkit for Managing Authorities [16 / 12 / 2020]

Managing Authorities are currently drafting their Operational Programmes for 2021-2027 and a large part of their operations will have to contribute to achieving the Green Deal objectives. To support Managing Authorities at national and regional […]

Cooperation agreed between Euromontana and the Carpathian Convention [16 / 12 / 2020]

Euromontana is pleased to have endorsed in December 2020 a Memorandum of Understanding with the Carpathian Convention in December 2020. Euromontana and the Carpathian Convention will further collaborate in the future to exchange knowledge and […]

Ageing in mountain areas: Euromontana shares its recommendations with the European Commission [15 / 12 / 2020]

The European Commission is currently drafting a Green Paper on Ageing, which should be published in the first quarter 2021. The Green Paper will build on the findings of the June Report on the Impact […]

Save the date! Smart mountains: how can biosphere reserves contribute to the Green Deal? [15 / 12 / 2020]

  Euromontana invites you to its webinar “Smart mountains: how can biosphere reserves contribute to the Green Deal?”, taking place on January 14, 2021, from 14:00 to 15h45. This webinar, co-organised  by Euromontana, the Perth […]

Join OREKA MENDIAN’s online training on mountain grasslands’ conservation! [14 / 12 / 2020]

On 17 December, as part of the LIFE project OREKA MENDIAN, will be held online a course on “Biodiversity of mountain grasslands and extensive livestock farming”. This training aims to enhance the importance of protected […]

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🧊 Glaciers matter for water, food and livelihoods in mountains and beyond. This is what we are highlighting this year on 11 December, International Mountain Day.Every year, this day provides an opportunity to emphasise the crucial importance of these areas in terms of natural resources, biodiversity, identity, cultural heritage, ways of life, and more resilient models. However, all of this is under threat from climate change, poorly targeted funding and negative perceptions of pastoral professions.Today, we are putting the spotlight on these endangered ice giants throughout our mountain ranges!Did you know that: 💧The Alps alone provide 40% of Europe's fresh water?💡Glacier retreat will reduce hydroelectric energy production by an average of 10% in the Alps and by up to 35% by 2070 compared to today?🌱68% of irrigated agricultural land in the plains depends directly on water runoff from the mountains? ⛰️By 2034 the Pyrenees will be ice-free?📢An appropriate governance of glacier is needed to counteract the rapid changes!🧊 By signing the manifesto for better European governance of glaciers alongside 80 other organisations, we are calling for immediate and targeted political responses to the economic, social and environmental impacts of climate change.Have a look 👉 www.euromontana.org/european-manifesto-for-a-governance-of-glaciers-and-connected-resources/ #IMD2025 #InternationalMountainDay #MountainsMatterMountain Partnership ... See MoreSee Less
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Euromontana was pleased to take part as an observer in the 16th Meeting of the Carpathian Convention Implementation Committee in Belgrade on 2–3 December. We were represented by Rey Adrian - Radu, Vice-President of Euromontana and President of Asociatia RoMontana ⛰️We welcomed the opportunity to underline the importance of stronger cooperation between European mountain regions, especially ahead of the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026 (IYRP2026), and to explore avenues for joint work on sustainable land management, resilient rural territories and pastoral practices 🌱 🐑 🐄 🤝 We look forward to continuing our collaboration with the Carpathian Convention and its members to protect mountain ecosystems and support the vitality of mountain communities across Europe!Photo Credits: SCC; Ministry of Environmental Protection of the Republic of Serbia. ... See MoreSee Less
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🐏 Join us next week for an inspiring online exchange dedicated to revitalizing pastoralism in Europe’s mountain and rural regions, ad part of the LIFE Programme project ShepForBio !This forum "Shepherding Futures: Training, Innovation, and Rural Revival" will bring together pastoral schools, experts, and practitioners to explore new approaches to training, knowledge sharing, and business innovation in extensive livestock systems 👀👉 Discover real-world experiences and case studies that show how shepherds’ education, ecological stewardship, and rural entrepreneurship can go hand in hand, ensuring a resilient and sustainable future for pastoral communities.📅 4 December from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.📍 Online www.euromontana.org/third-forum-with-european-pastoral-schools-shepherding-futures/ ... See MoreSee Less
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👀𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!Join us in the heart of the Alps for the 14th edition of the European Mountain Convention, organized by SUACI Montagn'Alpes and Euromontana, under the theme of extensive livestock farming and pastoral practices 👩‍🌾 🏔️ Taking place during the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralism 2026, the event will bring together farmers, researchers, policymakers, practitioners and mountain stakeholders from across Europe in the iconic Mont-Blanc region 📍 🔎 Over three days, participants will explore the social, environmental, and economic challenges and opportunities of extensive livestock farming in mountain areas. 👉 When? 9, 10 & 11 June 2026👉 Where? Sallanches, Haute-Savoie, France 🤔 Expect study visits, interactive workshops, political plenary sessions and more! Visit the webpage: www.euromontana.org/xiii-european-mountain-convention-home/In the meantime, stay informed! Subscribe to the dedicated EMC 2026 mailing list to make sure you don’t miss any key updates, from programme details to the opening of registrations docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsn28sgP9hVQ4qUO-pu5hwcETjxh5lk6zAqi0PElPJqk-YMQ/viewform?usp=h... #IYRP2026 #EMC2026 ... See MoreSee Less
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