This report represents the result of 10 case studies carried out in 9 countries on different circular economy practices in diverse resource sectors and socio-cultural contexts. All case studies were carried out and analysed using the same methodological framework that combines various different academic disciplines and approaches, such as feminist ecological economics, political ecology, environmental justice, and decolonial studies.

This report presents the results of the benchmarking analysis of the good practices identified in the project’s partner countries following the selected criteria: 1. practices that focused on peer education (mentoring and peer-to-peer); 2. practices that involved children (ISCED 1, 2, 3) with migratory background and/or belonging to ethnic minorities; 3. practices that had been implemented in formal (primary, middle, high schools, adult education institutions), non-formal (socio-cultural associations, clubs, libraries) or informal educational contexts.

This study aims at (1) applying the mathematical morphology based forest spatial pattern mapping tool available at the Joint Research Centre, (2) developing an index of forest vulnerability, resistance and resilience, and finally (3) addressing the link between forests spatial pattern and forest ecological functions related to vulnerability and resilience. Multi-scale and multitemporal spatial analyses were conducted in a harmonized way over case studies in five European ecological regions.

LINKS “Strengthening links between technologies and society for European disaster resilience” is a comprehensive study on disaster governance in Europe. This deliverable provides the first results for the research activities taking place within the LINKS cases on the following hazard scenarios: earthquakes in Italy, industrial hazards in the Netherdlands, drought in Germany, Flooding in Denmark and terrorism in Germany. The case assessments included both cross-case and deep dive activities. The cross-case assessments included at total of 67 semi-structured interviews across the case countries, as well as an online survey which received 219 responses across the case countries (and 284 across Europe). The interviews and survey aimed to gather information on the experiences, good/best practices and needs of disaster management organizations (DMOs), for working with social media and crowdsourcing (SMCS) technologies in disaster management processes.

LINKS "Strengthening links between technologies and society for European disaster resilience" is a comprehensive European disaster governance project. This report provides products for critical stakeholders by combining knowledge and experiences about how social media and crowdsourcing (SMCS) are used in disaster risk management (DRM). It focuses on
how the second version can support and guide practitioners in their planning for the uses of SMCS through learning paths. The learning paths revolve around two main themes (engaging with citizens and improving communication) and aim at pointing users towards relevant knowledge delivered from the LINKS products.

This document is therefore a unique evidence-based collection of advice on rural development for all Europe, from those territories involved in LIVERUR to all the territories in the European geography. The considerable diversification of LIVERUR pilot actions both in terms of geographical coverage and in terms of rural business activities grant to this document a detailed structure, where key messaged raised by pilots’ lessons learnt are accompanied by numerous policy recommendations. This policy brief is developed to deliver key messages in a nutshell, to reach a broad target audience among policy makers.

LIVERUR aims at supporting rural businesses (including non-profit activities) operating in a rural context, by providing theoretical and practical guidance as well as the opportunity to network and exchange experiences.

This paper addresses the financial resilience concerns of local authorities in England during the late 2010s. It details the accountability frameworks set by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) and the process for local authorities' annual budgeting. The document highlights funding challenges and specific financial issues faced by councils like Northamptonshire and Croydon. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on local finances and the government's subsequent support measures are also discussed. The paper primarily focuses on England, given its distinct funding challenges compared to other UK regions.

The purpose of this guidebook is to illustrate how cities everywhere are responding to current and future challenges by thinking differently about how to strategically design, plan, and manage for resilience. The case studies presented here highlight the experiences, lessons learnt, and stories of resilience building from the perspective of local authorities and communities actively engaged in the programmes and initiatives led by the Medellín Collaboration on Urban Resilience (MCUR).

The OPTIMA project aims to optimize perennial grasses for biomass production in the Mediterranean area. It focuses on developing innovative systems for vegetative propagation of Giant reed and Miscanthus, as well as investigating and demonstrating the hydro-seeding of switchgrass for sustainable management of the crop in marginal lands. It also involves stakeholders such as universities and research institutions in the demonstration and implementation of good practices. The ultimate goal is to enhance biomass production and sustainable land management in the Mediterranean region.

The MAGIC projects aims to develop and implement innovative solutions to promote sustainable agriculture and rural development in marginalised areas of Europe. It focuses on identifying and analysing good practices across the value chain stages, with the goal of transferring knowledge and experience to other regions with similar characteristics. It attempts to develop recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders to support the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices in marginalised areas, and therefore contributing to the economic and social development of these regions.

The MAGIC projects aims to develop and implement innovative solutions to promote sustainable agriculture and rural development in marginalised areas of Europe. It focuses on identifying and analysing good practices across the value chain stages, with the goal of transferring knowledge and experience to other regions with similar characteristics. The project attempts to provide a set of policy recommendations that can guide government intervention and stakeholder participation across the value chain. 

This document, a policy brief on the asylum management process in Italy, delves into the complex narratives surrounding the arrival and settlement of asylum seekers and refugees in local communities. It analyzes the perspectives of experts at various levels, highlighting the conflicts and challenges faced in managing the asylum process. The research sheds light on the framing of media and political discourses, revealing contrasting viewpoints and suggesting potential policy implications for enhancing societal resilience.

MAKERS will bring together leaders from business, academia and policy to study issues related to the drivers and dynamics of sustaining the competitiveness of EU manufacturing sectors.

This report details Malta's amended National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP), valued at €336.3 million. Under the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility, Malta's grant allocation decreased, but was supplemented with additions from the REPowerEU chapter and the Brexit Adjustment Reserve. The amended plan prioritizes the green transition, with 68.8% of its funds dedicated to it, making it one of the most eco-focused NRRPs. The report also aligns with EU cohesion policy programs and aims for a sustainable, digital recovery, addressing EU-wide challenges.

This report details Malta's amended National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP), valued at €336.3 million. Under the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility, Malta's grant allocation decreased, but was supplemented with additions from the REPowerEU chapter and the Brexit Adjustment Reserve. The amended plan prioritizes the green transition, with 68.8% of its funds dedicated to it, making it one of the most eco-focused NRRPs. The report also aligns with EU cohesion policy programs and aims for a sustainable, digital recovery, addressing EU-wide challenges.

This work provides a preliminary analysis of the key climate risks affecting agrifood value chains and opportunities for climate services that reach stakeholders involved in all stages, from agrifood production to distribution. The report highlights the role of climate services in sustaining climate resilience as one of numerous potential investment options for enhancing climate risk management across agrifood value chains.

The MANTEL project aims to advance our understanding of how climate extremes impact lakes. The project focuses on using high-frequency data, long-term and multi-site data, and modeling lake stratification to explore the effects of climate extremes on lakes. One of the outcomes of the project is the development of a board game called "Flipping Lakes," designed to educate stakeholders about water management at the catchment-scale. Additionally, it provides policy briefs and research outputs to increase our understanding about the ways certain processes, such as storms, affect lakes.

This paper delves into the resilience of markets during disruptions, with a focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and its role in this context. By developing a framework to pinpoint market vulnerabilities, it classifies them into causes of fragility and amplifiers of harm. Through various case studies, the paper scrutinizes the influence of competition authorities and governmental policies in bolstering market resilience. While the CMA plays a pivotal role, the paper emphasizes the need for a wider array of policy tools, including trade and regulatory measures, to ensure comprehensive market stability.

The MED-GOLD project aims to co-design, co-develop, test, and assess the added value of proof-of-concept climate services for olive, grape, and durum wheat. It seeks to refine, validate, and upscale the three pilot services with the wider European and global user communities for olive, grape, and durum wheat. It also aims to ensure replicability of MED-GOLD climate services in other crops/climates and to establish links to policy making globally. The project attempts to produce a comprehensive communication and commercialization plan for MED-GOLD climate services to enhance market uptake and build better informed and connected end-user communities for the global olive oil, wine, and pasta food systems and related policy making.