EU Environment

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[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

🐦👀 The Eurasian Wryneck is on the move.

And the new version of the Euro Bird Portal is now live!

For the first time, we can track the occurrence of all bird species across Europe in near real time.

More: https://t.co/EFpyjO4iJY

@LIFEProgramme

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

What if goats could help us prevent wildfires?

In 2025, wildfires destroyed more than 1 million hectares across the EU.

But nature has a powerful tool for prevention: grazing.

🎥 Watch our video on YouTube to see how it works:
https://t.co/oTPiQFNG9J

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

Today, we’re taking the next step in advancing the EU Water Resilience Strategy with the launch of two key initiatives:

💧the European Water Academy and
💧the Water Resilience Stakeholder Platform.

Read more:
https://t.co/ILtwYxM6fY

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

Today is #WorldCleanupDay 🚮🌊

⚠️ 80% of ocean plastic comes from land.

Collect waste, sort it properly and help stop litter before it reaches the sea.

🏖️ Join a #EUBeachCleanup event near you, or organise one yourself 👉 https://t.co/SXKvVY8Dkc

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

Freedom of expression, academic freedom, and creative liberty should never be taken for granted.

In the EU, you have the space to speak up #ForOurPlanet 🌍 #ProtectWhatMatters to you, and help make a difference.

Make your voice heard 👉 https://t.co/I97R8ETfV9

[EU Joint Research Centre @EU_JRC]

📣 Follow online the launch of the European Water Academy (EUWA) on Monday, 21 September!

- Welcome address by Commissioner @JessikaRoswall
- Introduction of the first EUWA Champions
- Expert panels on how to strengthen Europe’s water sector

Live: https://t.co/lCU78jJLr9

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

Climate change is driving more frequent and intense droughts, putting growing pressure on Europe’s economy and environment.

Implementing EU water policies is key - we will also propose a new European Water Initiative

Read the full #SOTEU2026 speech 👉 https://t.co/F5UWk1oTxL

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

Today, we published the delegated act on the product scope of the #EUDR🌳

It introduces exemptions and removes items like leather and re-treaded tyres

The information system supporting the Regulation is up & running

Have questions? Check out the FAQs 👉 https://t.co/LJ3bRSNm2H

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

Last summer proved we need to step up dramatically our climate preparedness. Europe is warming at double the global rate.

This is why we will present a European Heatwave Plan.

For better early warning, health preparedness, and taking care of our most vulnerable.

#SOTEU

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

🔴Watch LIVE President @vonderleyen #SOTEU speech
https://t.co/x1hGplUcqM

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

🚨 Applications for the 🇪🇺 #Natura2000Award are open!

Are you a nature conservation hero helping protect biodiversity and bringing the benefits of the #Natura2000 network closer to people across the EU?

Apply now and get the recognition you deserve 👉 https://t.co/NtY4FKya6t

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

The State of the European Union 2026 takes place on Wednesday, 16 September. 🇪🇺

🌐 https://t.co/WiH6H8DjLq

#SOTEU

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

📈Want your business to go far?

Then what you need is nature 🏞️

🌱19%–36% of Europe’s GDP depends on biodiversity.

📅Join the webinar on 24/09 to help businesses better understand biodiversity-related risks & opportunities, and take action for nature 👉 https://t.co/4nZ1RsnLyP

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

⚠️ Dry ground + heavy rain = increased flood risk

How can we better prepare?

📅 On 21 September, we will launch the Water Resilience Stakeholder Platform, to turn Europe’s Water Resilience Strategy into action.

🔴 Watch the launch event online 👉 https://t.co/13tjaPwKcG

[EU green research @EUgreenresearch]

Want to be at the forefront of innovation for a greener & more competitive Europe?

Save the date for the info day & brokerage on #HorizonEU Nature & Bridging calls for proposals for:
- policy context
- topic pitches
- application tips
- networking
More 👉https://t.co/hFfne87BcM

[EU EnvironmentAgency @EUEnvironment]

Cleaner air is one of Europe's environmental success stories 🌬️ Thanks to EU, national and local action, air pollution levels have fallen significantly over the past two decades, with major improvements for pollutants such as sulphur dioxide, carbon monoxide and lead.

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[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

Go north for cleaner air 🇸🇪 🇫🇮

Europe's air quality has improved a lot over the past 30 years - yet air pollution remains one of the biggest environmental health risks!

This #CleanAirDay, see how your city compares with others across Europe 👉 https://t.co/2lZTq2bPbI

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

Today is #VultureDay 🦅

Vulture populations in Europe are on the rise, but Illegal poisoning remains one of the biggest threats to vultures.

The LIFE BalkanDetox project combats this by promoting alternative solutions and gathering crucial data 👉 https://t.co/LADNaKaO7Z

[LIFE Programme @LIFEProgramme]

Your #LIFEProject could be one of Europe’s next #Natura2000Award success stories. 🏆

From species conservation to habitat restoration & community engagement, show us what your project has achieved.

📅 Join on 9 Sept to learn how to apply: https://t.co/SECtOPfxYi

[EU Environment @EU_ENV]

💧 Only 37% of Europe's surface waters are healthy.

🧫 But bacterial cellulose could help to clean up our waters by removing:
🟢 90–98% of forever chemicals
🟢 90–95% of endocrine-disrupting chemicals
🟢 80–90% of nanoplastics

Learn more 👉 https://t.co/d1qFPsQE35