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In our joint briefing paper called Smart Implementation of the European Green Deal, we highlight the critical need for effective enforcement of environmental, health, and social regulations.
Striking red eyes, vibrant plumage, impressive diving ability and a deep love for wetlands: these are only some of the many distinctive features of this month’s migratory bird, the Common Pochard. As they navigate the challenges of migration across Africa, Europe, and Asia, this species also faces threats from habitat loss, hunting, and pollution. However, with the dedicated efforts of BirdLife Partners, this beloved duck has a chance to thrive once more
Europe's food and farming systems stand at a crossroads, facing mounting challenges from environmental degradation to geopolitical turmoil. The Strategic Dialogue, initiated by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen brought together key players from across the sector to create a shared vision for the future of Europe’s food and farming systems. This initiative emerged in the wake of mounting pressures such as the recent farmers' protests, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and the ever increasing impacts of the nature and climate crises.
Over the past weekend, over 24,000 bird enthusiasts joined EuroBirdwatch 2024, Europe's largest birdwatching event. Organised by 36 BirdLife Partners across Europe and Central Asia, nearly 1,000 events were held, giving participants a front-row seat to witness the migration of more than 3.5 million birds heading south for the winter. A preliminary report from 29 BirdLife Partners revealed impressive figures: 984 events, 24,614 participants, and over 3.57 million birds spotted. The data was collected, analysed, and published by BirdLife Slovakia.
Not only bees and bumblebees, but also birds are severely affected by neonicotinoids, a group of pesticides used in agriculture. New research by Wageningen University & Research (WUR), in collaboration with our Dutch Partner Vogelbescherming Nederland, shows how far-reaching the impact of these substances is. Birds such as house sparrow, partridge and mallard duck, among others, not only have a lower survival rate, but also suffer from health problems and negative effects on their behaviour and reproduction.
Brussels, 9 October 2024 - A coalition of 47 businesses, civil society organisations, associations and investors across Europe has released an open letter urging Commissioner-designates to prioritise investments in the green and just transition by proposing a greener EU budget and a successor to the Next Generation EU programme.
Europe's seas are at a tipping point. Here's our step-by-step science-based roadmap to guide the EU in restoring marine life by ending overexploitation, destructive practices, and pollution.
Among the four vulture species found in Europe, the Egyptian Vulture is not only the smallest but also the one whose population is sadly still in decline. The adult Egyptian Vulture is easily identified by its striking white plumage, bright yellow face, and distinctive wedge-shaped tail. Beyond its unique appearance, this bird plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by disposing of carcasses and stopping diseases from spreading.
This morning, a majority of EU Member States agreed to adopt the European Commission's proposal [1] to downgrade the protection status of the wolf under the Bern Convention. This shift opens the door to wolf culling as a false solution to livestock depredation, which runs counter to Europe’s commitment to safeguard and restore biodiversity. The decision went through after Germany unexpectedly changed its position from abstention to support at the last minute.
The EU Ombudsman has launched an inquiry after ClientEarth and BirdLife raised serious concerns about the ‘emergency’ amendment of the bloc’s agriculture policy – which is allocating around €386 billion in subsidies over five years.
Today, BirdLife and DEG Impulse launched AVISTEP in four new countries- Egypt, Kenya, Laos and Uzbekistan. Read on to find out how this helps the planet's migratory birds.
Summer has ended, and Brussels is once again buzzing with activity. Following the European Parliament elections in June, both seasoned and new EU officials are settling into their roles. Over the next five years, the 720 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), representing 27 EU countries, will make decisions that will directly affect the future of EU citizens. With the escalating climate and biodiversity crises demanding urgent attention, the direction Europe chooses now will determine not just the future of the Union, but also have significant implications for the very survival of our planet.