Human Material Loop is a material science company utilizing waste keratin fiber and by using science transforming it into planet-positive fibers for the textile industry - a global-local solution for waste valorization to lower not just the environmental impacts of the textile industry, but to provide a healthier material to surround ourself with.
"Film Seed Festival" is a biannual, crop-powered film festival made possible through the collaboration of art, science, and agriculture. It champions regenerative agriculture's ability to address the multifaceted challenges encountered by small rural communities like Tinos Island. The inaugural event occurred in 2022 when 1000 sqm were cultivated with peanuts. The resulting crop was converted into biofuel and cinema snacks, providing energy for a three-day film festival held in the same field.
In our project, we focused on the protection of drinking water, gaining information on the sources of water in each partner region, possible ways to save water, ways to protect the environment and the unit's impact on European water management.
In international groups, we analyzed the problems of each region and worked together to find solutions.
Project participants also learned some of the culture and history of the partner countries.
#ItIsNotTooLate Seagrass Beds is an eco-activist project for preservation and valorisation of seagrass as a source of marine life. Through research and knowledge transfer, public eco-actions and art installation, we aim to raise awareness of the local community and tourists about the importance of sea plants, create a lasting impact on the quality of life of the fish stock and the ecosystem, and build a sense of shared responsibility for the regeneration of our common natural environment.
To improve the education level and the achievements of 192 adult Roma from Delchevo with village Trabotivishte, Pehchevo with village Crnik , Berovo and Vinica through the educational program for adult students aged 16-40 years and receiving of a diploma for primary and for adult students aged 20-40 years, receiving diploma for secondary education for the purpose of strengthening the aw for the importance of the education and increasing their employment possibilities on the mark
Greenways are non-motorized transport corridors, built on the former railway lines, and perfectly suited for cyclists, hikers as well as non-motorized means of transport. Greenways are accessible for visitors with mobility impairment, elderly and children, since some parts of the trail are completely restricted to the motorists. Almost 500 km of Greenways are accessible to visitors in Latvia, offering the possibility to re-connect and explore the nature and learn about the local history.
Āgenskalns Market is situated at the heart of the historical Āgenskalns neighborhood in Riga. This market, a pioneering initiative in Latvia, represents a unique and compelling case study wherein a municipally-owned historical market has been rejuvenated through the dedicated efforts of a small private enterprise. The transformation of this market space exemplifies its evolution into a multifunctional neighborhood hub, characterized by its engagement with the local community.
SAVVAĻA is a self-sustaining public gathering point for arts professionals, local community and curious visitors located in the rural Latvian countryside. It is simultaneously an open-air exhibition, an artist residence and public events site that is available for free throughout the year for everyone, it doesn’t have working hours or permanent attending staff. You are welcome to come by anytime you like and explore it yourself, all the tools you need to get closer to arts and nature are there!
From a Soviet base to a Baltic spiritual hub: Discover how Latvia's loneliest spot transformed into a thriving, nature-integrated center for spiritual practices. Hosting over 45 annual events led by renowned global teachers, it attracts attendees from all around the world - from as far as Chile, the U.S.A., and Canada in the West, to Singapore in the East.
Genalguacil, a rural community, has made contemporary art, tradition, culture and nature fundamental pillars for its development and transformation, as well as a model of growth that generates opportunities and values for the villagers.
