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SUMMARY:Resilience in The New European Summer: Securing Farms\, Forests\, and Cities for a Competitive Europe 
DESCRIPTION:The context\n\n\n\nSummer 2026 in Europe will not be like summers gone by. The New European Summer\, the one we have been getting to know over the past ten years\, is one of ruinous crop destruction on European farms\, life-threatening heat in European cities\, and rampaging fires in European forests. In 2022 and 2023 alone\, more than 100\,000 deaths were recorded in Europe due to extreme heat. The loss of lives and homes is compounded by the economic damage\, which devastates both rural and urban prosperity.  \n\n\n\nWhile public and political awareness of the problem is growing with every burnt house and lost harvest\, the only area of consensus is that not nearly enough is being done. In September 2025\, the European Parliament debated the growing challenge of climate resilience and representatives of the regions most impacted called for decisive action. This year\, decisive and proactive responses are needed to help those most impacted by the New European Summer.  \n\n\n\nHow this event addresses it\n\n\n\nThis event\, co-hosted by Kristian Vigenin MEP and Grégory Allione MEP will bring together policymakers\, scientists\, and front-line workers – the groups whose insights are essential for both competitiveness and security over the short and long term. Building on these contributions\, the event can deliver a European resilience agenda that is both effective and achievable\, for this summer\, and the summers to come.   \n\n\n\nPolicy levers to be discussed include\, for the short-term\, ensuring that EU early warning systems are fully operational (via Copernicus and the European Climate and Health Observatory)\, that heat-health protocols are supported and coordinated across care systems through EU4Health\, and that operational and financial support is available to under-resourced volunteer fire services strengthened through the Union Civil Protection Mechanism\, including rescEU. \n\n\n\nOver the longer term\, key EU programmes need to be strengthened to reduce summer climate risks across sectors. The forthcoming EU Climate Resilience and Risk Management Integrated Framework and the European Plan for Affordable Housing should embed binding resilience standards\, scaling passive and district cooling and heat-resilient urban design to reduce urban heat. Implementation of the Nature Restoration Law should be aligned with fire risk reduction\, supporting more resilient forest landscapes. Finally\, future CAP reforms should include eco-schemes and risk management instruments that help farmers adapt to heat\, drought\, and wildfire through water-efficient practices\, climate-resilient crops\, and farm-level resilience.  \n\n\n\nJoin us at the European Parliament (Room 3HI) to learn how you can contribute to shaping the European resilience agenda.  \n\n\n\nRegistrations close on Wednesday 24 June \n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n14:00 – 14:10 Welcome addressKristian Vigenin MEP\, Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats \n\n\n\n14:10 – 14:50 Moderated Panel: State of Play and Path Forward: Policy\, Science\, and Frontline Realities Moderator: Dr. Kirsten Dunlop (CEO\, Climate KIC)  \n\n\n\n\nGrégory Allione MEP\, Renew\n\n\n\nDr. Elina Bardram\, Director\, Climate Resilience and Information Management\, DG Climate Action\, European Commission\n\n\n\nDr. Daniel Zimmer\, Water and Forestry Expert\, Climate KIC\n\n\n\nStéphanie Richard\, Belgium-based nurse\, Founder of Care-Act-Terre\n\n\n\n\nInvited to discuss summer weather impacts and the near and long-term policies needed to ensure European resilience and competitiveness across farms\, forests\, and cities.   \n\n\n\n14:50 – 15:00 Call to Action Gregory Allione MEP\, Renew \n\n\n\n15:00 – 15:15 Questions 
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/resilience-new-european-summer-securing-farms-forests-cities-competitive/
LOCATION:European Parliament\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In-person,Learning,Networking,Organised by Climate KIC,Policy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260626T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260515T094451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T112220Z
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SUMMARY:Climate for All: Building Green Competences for a Resilient Europe
DESCRIPTION:Europe faces escalating climate challenges. Strengthening citizens’ capacity to respond is therefore no longer optional\, it is fundamental. We bring together policymakers\, educators\, civil society\, and innovators to explore how competence-based\, experiential learning can support a more climate-resilient Europe. \n\n\n\nThis event offers a concrete perspective on how Europe can move from climate awareness to climate competence\, and from competence to action. \n\n\n\nHosted at the Committee of the Regions in Brussels\, this high-level gathering marks the closing conference of Climate for All\, an Erasmus+ initiative (2023–2026) implemented across five European countries. The project has developed a practical\, scalable approach to building green competences through game-based learning\, aligned with the European GreenComp framework. \n\n\n\nParticipants will engage with both the strategic and practical dimensions of this work: from policy-level discussion with European institutions to hands-on experience with educational games and participatory methods that translate learning into local climate action. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\n\nDialogue on Policy and Practice: A high-level panel featuring representatives from the European Commission\, regional authorities\, and civil society organisations\, examining how competence-based education can strengthen climate resilience across Europe.\n\n\n\nInteractive Game Showcase: A facilitated experiential coffee break\, where participants explore six original educational games designed to foster systems thinking\, critical thinking\, futures literacy\, and collective action.\n\n\n\nParticipatory Workshop: A structured\, hands-on session\, where participants connect gameplay insights to the GreenComp framework and collaboratively map concrete actions for local climate resilience.\n\n\n\nNetworking & Exchange: Opportunities to connect with policymakers\, practitioners\, and innovators working at the intersection of education\, sustainability\, and civic engagement.\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n08:30–09:00 – Arrival & Registration09:00–09:20 – Opening and Introduction to the project09:20–10:20 – High-Level Panel: “Building Climate-Resilient Citizens Through Competence-Based Learning”10:20–10:50 – Experiential Coffee Break & Game Showcase10:50–11:45 – Participatory Workshop: “Climate for All in Practice”11:45–12:00 – Closing Reflections & Next Steps \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\nSophia Queckenberg\, European Commission\, DG EAC\n\n\n\nMonica Pisani\, European Commission\, DG CLIMA\n\n\n\nIoannis Anastasakis\, Region of Crete\n\n\n\nLaura McDermott\, Colectivo\n\n\n\nPatrycja Gas-Janczukowicz\, Nausika Foundation\n\n\n\nModerated by Antonios Triantafyllakis\, All for Climate ASBL\n\n\n\n\nGames presented\n\n\n\n\nSpirit Path (LARP on collective action\, systems thinking)\n\n\n\nEchoes of Gaia (storytelling card game for nature appreciation & exploratory thinking)\n\n\n\nGREENWASH! (critical thinking on corporate environmental claims)\n\n\n\nIt’s Election Day! (democratic simulation to develop political agency)\n\n\n\nThe Elephant in the Room (debate game on problem framing & critical thinking)\n\n\n\nSOLARPUNKs (cooperative futures literacy & collective action board game)\n\n\n\n\nAbout Climate for All\n\n\n\nClimate for All is a European collaboration between NGOs in Belgium\, Slovenia\, Poland\, the Netherlands\, and Germany. The project has: \n\n\n\n\nDeveloped six educational games on sustainability competences\n\n\n\nTrained facilitators through an open-access programme\n\n\n\nEngaged 300+ participants in workshops across Europe\n\n\n\nBuilt a growing global community of educators\, players\, and climate activists\n\n\n\n\nIts methodology guides participants from play to reflection to action\, supporting the development of tangible\, locally relevant climate initiatives. \n\n\n\nClimate for All is a partnership of the NGOs All for Climate ASBL (Belgium)\, Zavod EREA (Slovenia)\, Nausika Education Foundation (Poland)\, Selkie Educational Foundation (Netherlands) & the International Youth Work Trainers Guild (Germany)\, and is co-funded by the European Union\, through the Erasmus+ programme. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\n\nMembers of European and national institutions\n\n\n\nRegional and local government representatives (including mayors)\n\n\n\nCivil society organisations and NGOs\n\n\n\nEducators\, facilitators\, and youth workers\n\n\n\nResearchers and practitioners in sustainability and learning innovation\n\n\n\n\nPractical information\n\n\n\n\nDate: Friday\, 26 June 2026Time: 09:00–12:00 (arrival from 08:15)\n\n\n\nLocation: Committee of the Regions\, Brussels (Room JDE 53\, Rue Belliard 99)\n\n\n\nCapacity: Limited to 50 participants\n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: 20 June 2026\n\n\n\n\nDue to security requirements of the Committee of the Regions\, all confirmed participants will receive a mandatory registration link for the eVisitor system on 22 June 2026 (sent from no-reply@cor.europa.eu). Important: Access to the building is only possible upon completion of this process. On-site registration will not be available. \n\n\n\nThis event is co-funded by the European Union as part of the Erasmus+ project “Climate for All – Games for Education on Sustainability” and hosted by the European Committee of the Regions. Views and opinions expressed are\, however\, those of the authors only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them. The Committee of the Regions is not responsible for the content of this event. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/climate-for-all-building-green-competences-for-a-resilient-europe/
LOCATION:European Committee of the Regions\, Building Jacqu​es Delors\, Rue Belliard 99/101 B\, Brussels\, 1040\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Conference,In-person,Learning,Networking,Organised by Member / Partner,Policy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260625T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260625T143000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260611T160620Z
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SUMMARY:Choose Europe: From Theory to Practice
DESCRIPTION:What does it really take to choose Europe – and to stay?  \n\n\n\nEurope wants to attract global talent\, but the reality of relocating\, integrating\, and building a future here is often far more complex than policy headlines suggest.  \n\n\n\nThis online panel discussion brings together voices from policy\, entrepreneurship\, higher education\, and lived international experience to explore what choosing Europe looks like in practice. Together\, we will discuss what draws people to Europe\, what makes them stay\, what barriers they still face\, and what universities\, institutions\, and policymakers can do better to make Europe a more attractive and supportive destination for global talent.  \n\n\n\nThe session will focus on practical perspectives rather than abstract theory\, with speakers bringing first-hand experience from across higher education\, startup ecosystems\, talent mobility\, and European policy. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an honest and forward-looking conversation on attracting\, supporting\, and retaining talent in Europe.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/choose-europe-from-theory-to-practice/
CATEGORIES:Learning,Online,Organised by Member / Partner,Webinar
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LOCATION:https://climate-hive.org/event/choose-europe-from-theory-to-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T183000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260609T133728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T145643Z
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SUMMARY:Bursting the Climate Bubble
DESCRIPTION:A lively\, interactive session on building broader\, braver and more unexpected coalitions for climate action.\n\n\n\nClimate events often bring together the same people\, saying the same things\, to people who already agree. \n\n\n\nIf we are serious about climate action\, we need to break out of the bubble and ask: who is missing\, who has the power to shift things\, and how do we build coalitions that actually move the needle? \n\n\n\nHosted by Climate KIC Community\, B Lab and Metta\, this session is all about connecting beyond the usual climate crowd. We’ll explore how businesses\, corporates\, community organisations\, creatives\, campaigners\, policymakers and other less obvious allies can work together more responsibly\, more bravely and more effectively. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll get from the session:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA sharper look at who is in the climate room\, who is missing and why that matters\n\n\n\nHonest provocations on power\, credibility and responsibility in collective action\n\n\n\nFast\, facilitated networking to help you meet unexpected allies\n\n\n\nPractical ideas for building coalitions that are broader\, braver and less boring\n\n\n\nSpace to challenge assumptions\, swap perspectives and escape the climate echo chamber\n\n\n\nLight catering\, good conversations and hopefully zero performative networking\n\n\n\n\nCome ready to burst the bubble\, meet unlikely allies and rethink who climate action is really for. Most importantly\, come ready to share what you can offer and what you are looking for. \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\nDavid Watt\, Community Lead\, Climate KIC\n\n\n\nIrving Chan-Gomez\, Strategic Partnerships\, B Lab\n\n\n\nGabriella Hernandez\, Head of Communications\, Metta\n\n\n\n\nThis session is part of the Green Skills Festival\, a London Climate Action Week-affiliated initiative. Read more about the Festival below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the organiser\n\n\n\nClimate KIC is Europe’s leading climate innovation agency and community\, creating climate-resilient communities and fighting climate breakdown by mobilising systems change in countries\, regions\, cities\, and businesses. Together with partners across the globe\, Climate KIC orchestrates solutions and facilitates learning to bridge the gap between climate commitments and current reality\, driving faster and more ambitious action.  \n\n\n\nContributing organisations\n\n\n\nB Lab is the nonprofit organisation behind B Corp Certification. B Lab creates standards\, policies\, tools\, and programs that shift the behaviours\, culture\, and structure of capitalism\, and mobilises collective action to address society’s most critical challenges. Our international network catalyzes economic systems change to support our collective vision of an inclusive\, equitable\, and regenerative economy.  \n\n\n\nMetta is an innovation consultancy advancing inclusive\, sustainable\, and resilient growth. Partnering with the public and private sectors\, startups and SMEs\, academia\, investors and community organisations across four continents\, we design and deliver research\, programmes and ecosystem engagement that bridge ambition and action\, creating long-term impact for society and the planet. \n\n\n\nAbout the Green Skills Festival\n\n\n\nAs part of London Climate Action Week 2026\, Climate KIC and Kite Insights\, with The Collaborative for Systemic Climate Action and invited partners\, are convening the Green Skills Festival. A full day of conversations\, workshops and interactive sessions exploring the capabilities\, leadership\, collaboration and innovation needed to accelerate systems transformation. \n\n\n\nRooted in these partners’ collective belief that climate action requires radical collaboration across sectors\, disciplines and communities\, the festival brings together practitioners\, educators\, innovators\, community leaders and systems thinkers to share ideas\, challenge assumptions and explore practical pathways for change. \n\n\n\nThroughout the day\, participants will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse programme of sessions\, connect with peers\, and discover new approaches to navigating the complexity of climate transformation. \n\n\n\nRead more and register to all the events that are part of the Festival here.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/bursting-the-climate-bubble-london-climate-week-blab-metta/
LOCATION:City of London Club\, 19 Old Broad Street\, London\, EC2N 1DS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community Moment,In-person,Networking,Online,Organised by Climate KIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260616T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260617T113000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260604T155534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T155538Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Career Leadership Forum
DESCRIPTION:Sustainability Career & Leadership Forum 2026 is a free virtual forum focused on strengthening the skills and leadership needed to invest in nature and advance environmental progress across Europe. \n\n\n\nAs sustainability becomes embedded across sectors\, organisations increasingly need professionals capable of designing and implementing initiatives in areas such as biodiversity\, climate action\, circular economy\, and sustainable finance. \n\n\n\nThe forum brings together professionals\, sustainability leaders\, educators\, organisations\, and  policymakers to explore emerging green skills needs and professional pathways. Through keynotes\, panel discussions\, and interactive sessions\, participants will examine how to build the workforce required for Europe’s nature-positive transition.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/sustainability-career-leadership-forum/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Learning,Networking,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260612T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260511T111402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T153155Z
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SUMMARY:Investing in nature-positive futures: Innovation and place-based finance for bioeconomy and systems change
DESCRIPTION:The transition to a nature-positive economy cannot be driven by technological innovation and capital alone. It also depends on the social fabric that enables communities\, institutions and regions to innovate together. This workshop\, organised by Climate KIC and a partner event of the EU Green Week\, brings together three interdependent themes to explore how widely understood innovation becomes a catalyst for systemic change and mutually reinforcing transformation dynamics. \n\n\n\nFirst\, bioeconomy is a systemic opportunity and emerging industry with high potential to boost EU competitiveness. Moving beyond siloed sectors\, we examine how bio-based value chains can be redesigned at regional and landscape level\, integrating ecological regeneration with economic viability. Drawing on systems innovation experience as a form of social institution-building\, participants will explore how multi-actor coalitions shift the rules\, relationships and mental models that currently lock in unsustainable resource use\, forming the foundational layer for building new financial and innovation approaches. \n\n\n\nSecond\, Place-Based Finance Labs are an innovation instrument to deliver on topics such as the bioeconomy. We showcase how tailor-made financial mechanisms – co-designed with local governments\, communities and investors – unlock capital for nature-positive projects. These labs embody multilevel governance\, aligning EU policy frameworks with national programmes and sub-regional realities so that investments can flow where transformation is actually happening. \n\n\n\nThird\, innovation in its widest sense\, and as an expression of social capital. Through concrete impact stories\, we illustrate the full spectrum of innovation: technological\, business model\, social and policy – already benefiting nature\, people and the economy. Framed through multi-level perspectives on socio-technical transitions\, the stories demonstrate how place-based experiments\, supported by the right social networks and institutional conditions\, can challenge and reshape current systems\, thereby closing the loop between systemic opportunity (bioeconomy) and enabling mechanisms (finance and innovation)\, delivering real-world transformation. \n\n\n\nFormat & objectives\n\n\n\nThis workshop will bring together practitioners\, policymakers\, investors\, regional actors and innovators to explore how bioeconomy\, place-based finance and systems innovation can accelerate nature-positive transformation across Europe. \n\n\n\nThe event will also help inform our position to give feedback on Biotech Act I and as part of a submission to the upcoming call for evidence on Biotech Act II. Your contribution is fundamental to shaping policy in the right direction at European level. Join us and let your voice be heard! \n\n\n\nParticipants will:\n\n\n\n\nExplore bioeconomy as a systemic opportunity for EU competitiveness and regional regeneration.\n\n\n\nLearn how Place-Based Finance Labs can unlock capital for nature-positive projects.\n\n\n\nHear practical impact stories from technological\, social\, business model and policy innovation.\n\n\n\nIdentify governance\, investment and policy conditions needed to scale nature-positive innovation.\n\n\n\n\nThe event will be in a hybrid format\, allowing participation either in-person in our office in Bruxelles (details below) or online. \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\nDenyse Julien\, Climate KIC\, Ireland’s Deep Demonstration for the transition to a climate-neutral agri-food sector\n\n\n\nNessa Noronha\, University College Dublin\, TRANSFORM project\n\n\n\nPiotr Jurga\, Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation (IUNG-PIB)\, BIOEASTWIDE\n\n\n\nSeán Douglas\, BiOrbic\n\n\n\nDamien O’Reilly\, Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS)\n\n\n\nTamara Giltsoff\, Climate KIC\, Place Finance Lab initiative\n\n\n\nKirsten Dunlop\, CEO of Climate KIC\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n10:00 – 10:20 Opening and framing with Keynote from Dr. Kirsten Dunlop (CEO\, Climate KIC) \n\n\n\n10:20 – 10:45 Storytelling\, round one — How transformation begins \n\n\n\n10:45 – 11:30 Group discussion \n\n\n\n11:30 – 11:45 Storytelling\, round two — How transformation scales12:10 – 12:55 Group discussion \n\n\n\n12:55 – 13:00 Closing reflections and next steps \n\n\n\n13:00 Lunch & networking \n\n\n\nSeats are limited – Register below!
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/investing-in-nature-positive-futures-bioeconomy-innovation-finance-green-week-eu/
LOCATION:Climate KIC Bruxelles Office\, Pl. du Congrès 1\, Bruxelles\, 1000\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Community event,Community Moment,In-person,Learning,Networking,Online,Organised by Climate KIC,Policy,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Climate KIC":MAILTO:community@climate-kic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260512T180509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T181950Z
UID:10000108-1780927200-1780938000@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Coalition for Blue Economy online launch
DESCRIPTION:CO-WATERS\, a project under the Horizon Europe\, invites you to the online launch event of the Coalition of cities\, regions\, islands and ports for the Mission Ocean and Waters\, taking place on 8 June 2026 at 14:00 CEST. \n\n\n\nAbout CO-WATERS\n\n\n\nCO-WATERS is a Horizon Europe project running from 2025-2029\, empowering waterfront cities\, regions\, islands\, ports and their local partners and stakeholders to lead the transition to clean\, healthy\, and resilient marine and freshwater systems. Backed by 17 partners\, including Climate KIC\, the project supports the targets of the EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030” and aligns with the European Ocean Pact. \n\n\n\nAbout the event\n\n\n\nThe event will introduce the Coalition and provide an overview of the services delivered by CO-WATERS to support Coalition members in advancing their sustainable blue transition and contributing to the EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030”. \n\n\n\nThe second part of the event will offer participants a first interactive preview of the upcoming Sensemaking Workshops. Through short inputs from pilot territories and facilitated discussions\, participants will explore how peer learning can help transform shared challenges into actionable insights and future collaboration. \n\n\n\nThe event is open to both Coalition members and non-members interested in joining. Participants will also get a sneak peek of one of CO-WATERS’ upcoming services: the interactive Sensemaking Workshops\, designed to support peer learning and knowledge exchange across territories. \n\n\n\n\nJOIN THE COALITION\n\n\n\n\nWhy attend? \n\n\n\nAcross Europe\, waterfront communities are already taking action to restore marine and freshwater systems. However\, scaling impact requires stronger cooperation\, access to practical tools\, and structured support. \n\n\n\nThis online event will: \n\n\n\n\nProvide an interactive preview of the sensemaking approach\n\n\n\nIntroduce the purpose and objectives of the Coalition\n\n\n\nExplain who can join and how membership works\n\n\n\nPresent the CO-WATERS service offer and how to access it
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/coalition-for-blue-economy-online-launch/
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ORGANIZER;CN="CO-WATERS":MAILTO:coalition@co-waters.eu
LOCATION:https://climate-hive.org/event/coalition-for-blue-economy-online-launch/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T163000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260429T154115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T154121Z
UID:10000103-1778599800-1778603400@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Building your regulatory intelligence system (and why investors care)
DESCRIPTION:Regulation is part of building in cleantech\, but it doesn’t have to be a blocker. The challenge is knowing which rules actually matter for your business\, and which ones are just distraction.  \n\n\n\nJoin Cleantech Regulatory Advisor\, Cinzia Alberti\, for a practical founder-focused masterclass on navigating European regulation as you scale your business. This session focuses on how to identify your real regulatory touchpoints\, prioritise market entry based on regulatory complexity\, and talk about regulation in a way that builds investor confidence.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll cover why regulatory strategy matters from both an operational and investor perspective\, how to avoid common mistakes that can set teams back 6–12 months\, and what investors actually want to hear when regulation comes up. You’ll also learn when it makes sense to handle things internally\, when to bring in external support\, and what that support looks like in practice\, illustrated with a real-world EU multi‑market expansion example.  \n\n\n\nThe masterclass includes a 30‑minute presentation followed by a 15‑minute interactive Q&A\, with space to bring your own questions and challenges.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/building-your-regulatory-intelligence-system-and-why-investors-care/
CATEGORIES:Learning,Masterclass,Online,Organised by Climate KIC,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Climate KIC":MAILTO:community@climate-kic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260427T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260427T113000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260422T082741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T090118Z
UID:10000098-1777284000-1777289400@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Circular bio-based Europe: Resource efficiency\, technology and logistics
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore key aspects for fostering the development and deployment of new bio-based initiatives including: \n\n\n\n\nResource efficiency\n\n\n\nValorisation technologies\n\n\n\nLogistics optimisation\n\n\n\n\nIn today’s transition towards more sustainable and circular models\, these elements are not just technical aspects — they are strategic enablers that can significantly enhance the competitiveness\, and viability of projects in rural areas. \n\n\n\nThe session is specifically tailored to the primary sector\, offering practical and actionable insights for: \n\n\n\n\nFarmers and livestock producers\n\n\n\nCooperatives and associations\n\n\n\nClusters\n\n\n\nStakeholders across the bio-based value chain\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/circular-bio-based-europe-resource-efficiency-technology-and-logistics/
CATEGORIES:Learning,Online,Organised by Climate KIC,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Climate KIC":MAILTO:community@climate-kic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260422T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260422T121500
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260309T110912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T110916Z
UID:10000085-1776853800-1776860100@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:WomenINvestEU Matchmaking on Sustainability & Climate Tech
DESCRIPTION:WomenINvestEU is inviting entrepreneurs from women-led or women owned  startups with innovative business solutions to apply for its fifth online matchmaking event. This session\, happening on 22 April\, from 10:30 to 12:15  CET\, is a chance to pitch your solution to the experienced\, gender-conscious investors in our network. \n\n\n\nThrough this initiative\, WomenINvestEU aims to channel investment into businesses developing innovative and scalable solutions across key sustainability and climate sectors. The aim is to support technologies and platforms that reduce environmental impact\, accelerate the transition to clean energy\, enhance sustainable food systems\, and enable efficient use of resources through circular practices. \n\n\n\nWe’re looking for businesses under the following categories: \n\n\n\n\nEnvironmental solutions (e.g. energy efficient platforms\, electric transportation)\n\n\n\nClean and renewable energy (e.g. geothermal power replacing fossil fuels\, solar panels)\n\n\n\nAgritech (e.g. sustainable farming solutions)\n\n\n\nDecarbonisation solutions (e.g. carbon capture\, green hydrogen\, solutions for decarbonisation of energy-intensive industries)\n\n\n\nCircular Economy & Resource Efficiency (e.g. recycling and composting systems\, waste-to-energy solutions\, critical raw materials)\n\n\n\n\nSelected participants should be: \n\n\n\n\nwomen-led or have a woman co-founder;\n\n\n\nbased in the European Union;\n\n\n\ncompanies developing disruptive\, impactful solutions with a competitive advantage in the market;\n\n\n\nseed and series A investment stages. \n\n\n\n\nThe evaluation process and preparation for the event will follow the estimated timeline outlined below:  \n\n\n\n\n13 March – Deadline for applications;\n\n\n\n16 to 27 March – Evaluation of the applications;\n\n\n\n30 March – Communication of the call’s results to the selected startups;\n\n\n\n31 March to 17 April – Pitch training sessions with selected startups;\n\n\n\n22 April – Event Day. \n\n\n\n\nWhy join?  \n\n\n\nThis is a chance to level up your pitching skills and forge important connections with gender-conscious investors\, creating opportunities for future deals.  \n\n\n\nBefore the event\, selected entrepreneurs will be invited to dedicated training sessions to help them deliver the best pitch on the event day. In order to prepare the selected participants for the session\, the WomenINvestEU team will also provide coaching on critical topics\, such as innovation disruption\, team\, product/service\, go2market strategy\, impact and financial plan.  \n\n\n\nIn collaboration with the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)\, all eligible applicants will also have the opportunity to benefit from support from EEN regional advisers who can provide free specialized training\, advisory and support services that may benefit your startup. \n\n\n\nDuring the matchmaking event\, entrepreneurs will be able to introduce their startup to a curated list of members of the European Network of Gender-Conscious Investors with a track record in supporting women-led or women owned startups building sustainability and climate tech solutions. \n\n\n\nFinally\, entrepreneurs will get the chance to be invited to one-to-one meetings with interested investors after the event to explore potential follow-ups and deals.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/womeninvesteu-matchmaking-on-sustainability-climate-tech/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260324T102239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T103949Z
UID:10000091-1776247200-1776250800@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:From fatigue to fascination: Reigniting climate action through creativity
DESCRIPTION:This session explores how unconventional tools such as storytelling\, art\, games\, and immersive experiences can strengthen participation in climate adaptation. It addresses the critical challenge of “climate fatigue” by deepening citizen participation and making adaptation planning more inclusive\, engaged and effective.  \n\n\n\nIn line with steps 3\, 4 and 5 of the RAST framework (Identify\, Evaluate and Implement Options)\, the session will highlight creative engagement as a practical approach to generating ideas\, supporting decision-making and promoting the adoption of adaptation measures.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/from-fatigue-to-fascination-reigniting-climate-action-through-creativity/
CATEGORIES:Learning,Online,Organised by Member / Partner,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260326T113000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062735
CREATED:20260324T103244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T103250Z
UID:10000092-1774519200-1774524600@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Making Nature-based Solutions work: Enabling conditions from practice
DESCRIPTION:This online event brings together regional and local authorities\, policymakers\, practitioners\, and stakeholders to explore what enables the successful implementation of Nature-based Solutions (NBS) across Europe.  \n\n\n\nThrough practical examples and peer exchange\, participants will explore how financing\, co-creation and governance approaches can support the uptake and scaling of NbS.   \n\n\n\nWhat to expect:   \n\n\n\n\nA brief welcome and introduction to key NbS challenges and opportunities  \n\n\n\nFacilitated breakout sessions on three themes:\n\nFinancing  \n\n\n\nCo-creation and multi-actor engagement    \n\n\n\nGovernance\, institutional capacity\, cross-sectoral collaboration        \n\n\n\n\n\nShort inspiring examples in each breakout\, followed by peer-to-peer exchanges on challenges\, strategies and lessons learned.  \n\n\n\n\nBy fostering interactive dialogue and mutual learning\, the session will strengthen participants’ understanding of practical\, transferable approaches to enhance NbS implementation and build resilience across European regions.  
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/making-nature-based-solutions-work-enabling-conditions-from-practice/
CATEGORIES:Learning,Networking,Online,Organised by Member / Partner,Policy,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260324T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260324T123000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20260218T155734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T161651Z
UID:10000078-1774351800-1774355400@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Powering SMEs towards sustainable growth
DESCRIPTION:This reverse pitching session brings together leading European innovation support organisations to present funding\, advisory and capacity-building opportunities for SMEs\, startups and scaleups working on sustainable and circular solutions. \n\n\n\nParticipants will hear concise pitches from EU initiatives and support programmes on how to access tailored services\, strengthen innovation capabilities and connect with partners\, finance and markets. The session is designed to help businesses navigate the complexity of European support landscapes and identify pathways that match their growth and sustainability ambitions. \n\n\n\nClimate KIC will contribute alongside other stakeholders by sharing how we empower climate innovators through integrated learning\, portfolio development and ecosystem engagement\, supporting companies to scale climate-positive solutions within dynamic market and policy contexts. \n\n\n\nThe session is part of the Sustainable Solutions Match 2026 programme\, an online event taking place from 16 to 27 March 2026.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/powering-smes-towards-sustainable-growth/
CATEGORIES:Community Moment,Info Session,Online,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260320T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260320T163000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20260130T162728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T162801Z
UID:10000071-1773999000-1774024200@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Industry 5.0 Community of Practice Plenary Session 2026
DESCRIPTION:The European Commission\, Directorate-General for Research and Innovation\, is organising the second Plenary Session of the Industry 5.0 Community of Practice.The event will bring together members of the Industry 5.0 Community of Practice (CoP 5.0)\, representing stakeholders from across Europe\, from various sectors\, including industry\, academia and policy makers. \n\n\n\nThe objective is to take stock of the main achievements as well as to discuss Industry 5.0 in relation to current industry and policy priorities and industrial transformation needs\, calling for competitiveness and accelerating technology and innovation uptake. Special emphasis will be given to gathering feedback from the CoP members regarding their commitment and sense of ownership in continuing the CoP. \n\n\n\nThe event will consist of plenary and breakout sessions. The plenary sessions will be web-streamed on the R&I Community Platform and will be open to all interested participants. Physical participation in Brussels will be restricted to members of the Industry 5.0 Community of Practice.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/industry-5-0-community-of-practice-plenary-session-2026/
CATEGORIES:Learning,Networking,Online,Policy,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260316T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20260218T161443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T161706Z
UID:10000079-1773648000-1774630800@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Sustainable Solutions Match 2026
DESCRIPTION:SustainableSolutionsMatch 2026 is a online European matchmaking and knowledge-sharing virtual event connecting solution seekers with innovators advancing sustainability and circularity across industries. Organised by the Enterprise Europe Network and Up2Circ\, with the support from the European Commission\, the event brings together entrepreneurs\, startups\, SMEs and support organisations from across Europe and beyond. \n\n\n\nTaking place from 16 to 27 March 2026\, the programme offers participants access to targeted pitching sessions\, matchmaking opportunities and expert insights on sustainable business models\, circular innovation and EU support mechanisms. This event will create a practical platform for organisations seeking to navigate the sustainability transition and translate innovation into scalable\, market-ready solutions. \n\n\n\nAmong the many sessions and matchmaking activities taking place throughout the event\, Climate KIC is contributing to the specific session: Powering SMEs towards sustainable growth
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/sustainablesolutionsmatch-2026/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260312T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20260310T164224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T164307Z
UID:10000087-1773304200-1773331200@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Transferring circularity to Eastern Europe: From strategy to real impact
DESCRIPTION:The conference “Transferring Circularity to Eastern Europe: From Strategy to Real Impact” will take place on 12 March 2026 in Ljubljana\, Slovenia\, in a hybrid format allowing both in-person and online participation. The event is organised by Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE\, a European Union funding programme that supports transnational cooperation across Central Europe. \n\n\n\nBringing together policymakers\, industry representatives\, innovation actors and project partners\, the conference will explore how circular economy principles can move from policy ambition to practical implementation across Eastern Europe. Participants will discuss how European cooperation\, digital tools and regional initiatives can help translate circular economy strategies into concrete action and strengthen more resource-efficient and resilient economic systems across the region. \n\n\n\nClimate KIC will contribute to the programme through a presentation by Marco Antonio Segovia Bifarini\, titled “Circularity in Eastern Europe: Strategic Outlook”\, which brings together policy experts\, regional actors and innovation leaders to discuss how circular economy strategies can be strengthened across the region. \n\n\n\nIn his contribution\, Marco will explore why circular economy in Eastern Europe requires a strategic rethink and what lessons can be drawn from the Deep Demonstration in Slovenia. This place-based initiative has brought together policymakers\, businesses and research organisations to experiment with new approaches to circular innovation\, helping to translate strategy into concrete action.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/transferring-circularity-to-eastern-europe-from-strategy-to-real-impact/
CATEGORIES:In-person,Learning,Networking,Online,Policy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260304T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20260224T102038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T102304Z
UID:10000081-1772647200-1772654400@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Shaping Europe’s Future: Resist and Reboot
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to the annual Systems Transformation Hub event\, “Shaping Europe’s Future: Resist and Reboot\,” held at the European Parliament on 4 March 18.00-20.00. \n\n\n\nAt a time when Europe must move beyond a defensive mindset\, this event explores a bolder strategy to take control of our future. Addressing Europe’s polycrises requires a systems approach that builds on our collective strengths in security\, competitiveness\, and resilience. \n\n\n\nHosted by a cross-party group of MEPs\, the evening will feature: \n\n\n\n\nKeynotes including Enrico Letta on the future of the single market\, the 5th freedom and European competitiveness and leading voices on security & resilience\n\n\n\nHigh-level panels bringing together MEPs\, senior policymakers and experts to discuss how Europe can translate systemic insight into concrete political action\n\n\n\nReception to digest and discuss\n\n\n\n\nIn the spirit of broadening the shaping of our future across boundaries\, we warmly encourage you to forward this invitation to\, and attend together with\, a colleague or friend who would bring a fresh perspective and who may not typically participate in events of this nature. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you and working together to shape Europe’s future. To register\, please complete the form at the link below.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/shaping-europes-future-resist-and-reboot/
LOCATION:European Parliament\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Community Moment,In-person,Networking,Organised by Climate KIC,Policy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260304T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260304T123000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20260211T160558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T160606Z
UID:10000074-1772614800-1772627400@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Together for change: A Coalition to empower communities for Mission Ocean and Waters
DESCRIPTION:Take part on 4 March in Brussels in the session “Together for change: A Coalition to empower communities for Mission Ocean and Waters”\, co-organised by the European Commission and CO-WATERS.As the Mission Ocean and Waters enters its second phase\, focused on large-scale deployment\, this event will bring together representatives from cities\, regions\, islands and ports\, alongside all Mission Ocean and Waters communities and Mission Charter signatories\, to celebrate and strengthen the growing community for the Mission.Why attend? \n\n\n\nJoin an interactive exchange where local actors and Mission communities from across basins share successful initiatives and lessons learnt\, explore different forms of support and technical assistance\, and discuss remaining needs. Together\, we will strengthen collaboration between public authorities\, investors\, researchers\, and practitioners to support Mission Ocean and Waters objectives.Key highlight \n\n\n\nDuring this session\, we will officially launch the Coalition of cities\, regions\, islands and ports for the Mission Ocean and Waters\, implemented by the CO-WATERS project! This is your invitation to join a growing movement for clean and healthy waters and become part of a driving force for Mission implementation.Registrations close on Friday 13 February
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/together-for-change-a-coalition-to-empower-communities-for-mission-ocean-and-waters/
LOCATION:European Commission Charlemagne building\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Community Moment,In-person,Networking,Organised by Climate KIC,Organised by Member / Partner
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260217T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260217T134500
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20260130T155810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T162200Z
UID:10000069-1771333200-1771335900@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:The power of transdisciplinarity for innovation-led impact
DESCRIPTION:Transdisciplinary approaches that bridge research domains play a key role in enhancing the impact of research outcomes.  \n\n\n\nFor example\, Social Sciences\, and Humanities (SSH) fields are sometimes overlooked in innovation and technology transfer while their contribution is increasingly recognised. Insights on human behaviour\, culture\, and social change can shape ideas into innovations that are more inclusive\, sustainable\, and impactful.  \n\n\n\nResearchers engaged in co-creation for innovation-led impact use new methods and practices effective for valorisation. They can connect research results from Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, and Mathematics (STEM) fields with people’s lives and values\, promote multistakeholder engagement\, and develop innovative solutions that respond to societal needs. \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nThe panel is moderated by Maria Cristina Russo\, Deputy Director-General for Innovation\, Prosperity and International Cooperation\, Directorate-General for Research and Innovation\, European Commission\, discussing with the following speakers:  \n\n\n\n\nEsther De Smet\, Senior Policy Advisor at Central Research Department of Ghent University\n\n\n\nKarim Selouane\, Deputy Director of European and international affairs at CEREMA\n\n\n\nBalzhan Orazbayeva\, Manager Strategic Initiatives at University Industry Innovation Network (UIIN)
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/the-power-of-transdisciplinarity-for-innovation-led-impact/
CATEGORIES:Learning,Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260128T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20251211T122843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T085032Z
UID:10000063-1769616000-1769619600@climate-hive.org
SUMMARY:Insights: Horizon Europe in 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 2026-2027 Work Programme has been adopted by the European Commission\, with € 4.9 billion dedicated to climate action. There are opportunities for learning\, experimentation\, and expanding your own business. \n\n\n\nSuccess in Horizons Europe calls comes from staying ahead of the curve. It requires agility\, preparedness\, strategic coherence\, and of course the right partnerships. As Climate KIC Community\, we have strategic assets to utilise in open calls\, such as a vast network of diverse stakeholders\, expertise of members and Climate KIC’s experience as one of the largest beneficiaries of Horizon Europe Missions funding. \n\n\n\nIt’s time to get together\, dig into insights\, and explore collaborations between members! \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday 28 January for a collaborative Community Insight session where you can delve into the new Horizon Europe work programme and Climate KIC’s strategic priorities\, bring your ideas for projects or partnerships\, and find new consortium partners. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll get: \n\n\n\n\nAn overview of the 2026-2027 Work Programme\n\n\n\nA grasp of Climate KIC’s strategic approach and collaboration model\n\n\n\nInsights\, proven recommendations and valuable resources from our EU-funding specialists\n\n\n\n\nThis session will equip you with tools to optimise your chances of securing Horizon Europe funding\, and will be a platform to form new thematic-focused connections. \n\n\n\nRSVP below!\n\n\n\nPlease ensure you’re logged into your account with an active membership to RSVP for this event. \n\n\nMembership Required You must be a member to access this content. View Membership Levels Already a member? Log in here
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/insight-horizon-europe-in-2026/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Community Insights,Networking,Online,Organised by Climate KIC
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LOCATION:https://climate-hive.org/event/insight-horizon-europe-in-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260121T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20260106T150025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T152059Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Impact Pre-Assessment Webinar
DESCRIPTION:We’re inviting EU-based startups to take part in a dynamic webinar designed to help you understand and showcase your climate impact. \n\n\n\n\n Learn the essentials of climate impact assessment and how it can strengthen your business case.\n\n\n\nExplore mitigation potential and adaptation & resilience benefits for your innovation.\n\n\n\nGet hands-on support with our pre-assessment questionnaire in interactive breakout sessions led by a Climate KIC Impact Advisor.\n\n\n\n\nStartups demonstrating significant climate impact potential may be invited to complete a full climate impact assessment and receive a Validation Report—validated by an external expert—free of charge (value: €2\,000). This report can boost your marketing\, sales\, and fundraising efforts. \n\n\n\nThe Climate Impact Pre-Assessment is an initial evaluation of your startup’s climate impact potential\, focusing on: Emissions Mitigation and Adaptation & Resilience. \n\n\n\nWho should attend?\n\n\n\n\nStartups based in the EU or UK\n\n\n\nTRL 6+\, pre-seed or seed stage\n\n\n\nOffering climate innovations that avoid GHG emissions or deliver adaptation & resilience benefits\n\n\n\nOptional: AI-powered solutions or plans to integrate AI soon\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is part of the “Nurturing Entrepreneurship Support Organisations and Start-ups for AI-driven Climate Action” programme\, funded by Salesforce Foundation. \n\n\n\nRegister for one of the two dates\n\n\n\n\nWebinar 1 | 14 January\n\n\n\n\n\nWebinar 2 | 21 January
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/climate-impact-pre-assessment-webinar-1/2026-01-21/
CATEGORIES:Info Session,Learning,Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260114T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260114T163000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20260106T150025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T152059Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Impact Pre-Assessment Webinar
DESCRIPTION:We’re inviting EU-based startups to take part in a dynamic webinar designed to help you understand and showcase your climate impact. \n\n\n\n\n Learn the essentials of climate impact assessment and how it can strengthen your business case.\n\n\n\nExplore mitigation potential and adaptation & resilience benefits for your innovation.\n\n\n\nGet hands-on support with our pre-assessment questionnaire in interactive breakout sessions led by a Climate KIC Impact Advisor.\n\n\n\n\nStartups demonstrating significant climate impact potential may be invited to complete a full climate impact assessment and receive a Validation Report—validated by an external expert—free of charge (value: €2\,000). This report can boost your marketing\, sales\, and fundraising efforts. \n\n\n\nThe Climate Impact Pre-Assessment is an initial evaluation of your startup’s climate impact potential\, focusing on: Emissions Mitigation and Adaptation & Resilience. \n\n\n\nWho should attend?\n\n\n\n\nStartups based in the EU or UK\n\n\n\nTRL 6+\, pre-seed or seed stage\n\n\n\nOffering climate innovations that avoid GHG emissions or deliver adaptation & resilience benefits\n\n\n\nOptional: AI-powered solutions or plans to integrate AI soon\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is part of the “Nurturing Entrepreneurship Support Organisations and Start-ups for AI-driven Climate Action” programme\, funded by Salesforce Foundation. \n\n\n\nRegister for one of the two dates\n\n\n\n\nWebinar 1 | 14 January\n\n\n\n\n\nWebinar 2 | 21 January
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/climate-impact-pre-assessment-webinar-1/2026-01-14/
CATEGORIES:Info Session,Learning,Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251017T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251017T133000
DTSTAMP:20260726T062736
CREATED:20251010T144453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T144457Z
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SUMMARY:Bioeconomy Policy Innovation in Action: Insights from the EU\, Ireland\, and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Discover the latest bioeconomy policy innovations across the EU\, Ireland\, and diverse EU Member States. This webinar explains recent EU Bioeconomy Strategy developments\, analyzes Ireland’s Bioeconomy Action Plan through an innovation lens\, and shares bioeconomy policy innovation insights from other EU countries to boost learning across different contexts. Join us for an engaging session to deepen your bioeconomy policy expertise.
URL:https://climate-hive.org/event/bioeconomy-policy-innovation-in-action-insights-from-the-eu-ireland-and-beyond/
CATEGORIES:Learning,Online,Policy
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LOCATION:https://climate-hive.org/event/bioeconomy-policy-innovation-in-action-insights-from-the-eu-ireland-and-beyond/
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