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Inventory structure and main feature and datasets (Deliverable 3.1)

The Horizon 2020 (H2020) BuiltHub project aims to analyze the Building Stock Observatory (BSO) by providing feedback and a possible list of relevant indicators, in addition to developing a community of data providers and users. Collectively, this will allow for a continuous flow of relevant and complete data. Details about these processes and the project are addressed in this report.
Handbook / Guide
Published: 2022

Manifesto for establishing minimum standards for public canteens across the EU

A manifesto aiming to inspire policy makers to establish minimum standards for public canteens in Europe.
Tool / Methodology
Published: 2022

UrbanByNature - the global programme for urban nature pioneers

UrbanByNature is a facilitated capacity-building programme promoting exchange among cities, researchers and SMEs and building bridges with the NBS communities in Brazil, the Caucasus, China, South America, Korea, and South-Eastern Europe. Participation in the programme is open and free of charge with new opportunities coming up regularly for other regions worldwide. New hubs are planned in Spain, Scotland and Flandres.
Handbook / Guide
Published: 2022

Barriers and recommendations for strategic procurement

This discussion document identifies the main barriers European contracting authorities face when undertaking sustainable, circular and innovation procurement.

Tackling the climate and biodiversity crises in Europe through Urban Greening Plans

Recommendations on implementing and operationalising Urban Greening Plans.
Position paper
Published: 2022

The proposed EU Nature Restoration Law: what role for cities and regions?

This policy brief takes a fresh look at the implications of the European Commission’s proposed Nature Restoration Law for cities, regions and local actors.
Report
Published: 2022

Clean Fleets Guide to Procuring Clean and Energy Efficient Road Vehicles

The Clean Fleets Life Cycle Cost Calculator is an easy to use tool to allow a comparison of the life cycle costs (LCC)/total costs of ownership (TCO) of different vehicles and bids within a procurement process.
The tool is fully compliant with the Clean Vehicles Directive (CVD) (2009/33/EC). It includes the option of applying the the Operational Lifetime Costing methodology from Directive. This methodology monetises the environmental impacts of fuel consumption and tailpipe emissions
Video
Published: 2022

UrbanByNature: a capacity-building and knowledge-sharing programme for nature-based solutions

UrbanByNature is a knowledge-sharing and capacity-building programme on nature-based solutions (NBS) created by ICLEI Europe. The programme’s purpose is to support the integration of nature-based solutions into communities of all shapes and sizes – metropolis or countryside.
Handbook / Guide
Published: 2022

NetworkNature Factsheet: Seizing opportunities for ecosystem restoration to tackle societal challenges

This factsheet explores the potential of ecosystem restoration actions to halt and reverse the degradation of ecosystems. Building on the outcomes of the last NetworkNature semester theme on Nature-based solutions for Ecosystem Restoration, the factsheet provides an analysis of several restoration projects carried out in diverse ecosystems, and addressing multiple challenges. It concludes with a list of recommendations, resources and opportunities moving forward to ensure that restoration action...