On March 4, 2025, the REMEDIES program participated in the 3rd European Ocean and Waters Forum in Brussels, showcasing innovative solutions for a plastic-free future.
remedies remediesMarch 7, 2025
One of the winners of the REMEDIES Open Call 2, the Mersin Metropolitan Municipality in Turkey, with the project Unite for Plastic-Free Coasts! (Up-FreeCoasts) aims to create a plastic-conscious community along the Mediterranean coast. The “Up-FreeCoasts” project will implement a zero-waste approach with closed-loop plastic recycling. Actions include installing a smart reverse vending machine in a municipal cafe, setting up water…
remedies remediesDecember 12, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Island Guardians, a project funded under the REMEDIES Open Call 1, has received a Special Mention from the Society4Med Award, organized by BlueMissionMed. Recognized for its holistic approach to tackling marine plastic pollution, the project combines impactful beach cleanups with innovative educational programs, including toolkits, storybooks, and a stunning art exhibition. This acknowledgment highlights…
remedies remediesNovember 21, 2024
The CleanUp4Guimarães project, led by the Municipality of Guimarães and funded under the EU Mission (Open Call 1): Restore Our Ocean and Waters of the REMEDIES project, is a transformative initiative tackling plastic pollution in rivers. Through innovative solutions like eco-barriers, community cleanups, recycling initiatives, and creative awareness campaigns, the project combines environmental restoration with active citizen engagement. Project Highlights…
remedies remediesNovember 20, 2024
On October 11, 2024, the Esplora Interactive Science Centre in Malta hosted a special event celebrating the Island Guardians project, an inspiring initiative tackling marine plastic pollution in the Mediterranean. This project is funded through REMEDIES' Open Call 1, which supports innovative solutions to reduce and manage marine litter. Vesna Kuralt, Project Manager from the National Institute of Chemistry, represented…
remedies remediesOctober 18, 2024
The Island Guardians project, spearheaded by Esplora Interactive Science Centre and funded by the REMEDIES project under the EU Mission (Open Call 1): Restore Our Ocean and Waters, is an innovative initiative that aims to inspire young people to tackle marine plastic pollution. Through educational resources, clean-up events, and creative activities, the project empowers the next generation to become protectors…
remedies remediesSeptember 19, 2024
Pushing Towards Zero-Waste Supply Chains and Enhancing Plastic Litter Prevention We are excited to announce the three winning organizations of Open Call 2 of the REMEDIES program, aimed at pushing towards the development of zero-waste supply chains and enhancing the prevention of plastic litter: Kerkennah Municipality (Tunisia), Mersin Metropolitan Municipality (Turkey), and DOO Komunalne djelatnosti Ulcinj (Montenegro). 1. Kerkennah Municipality…
remedies remediesAugust 8, 2024
On July 25, 2024, Esplora Interactive Science Centre and Zibel coordinated their second successful clean-up as part of the Island Guardians project, a winner of REMEDIES Open Call 1. This event took place at South Quay Cirkewwa and Paradise Bay, focusing on the seabed and shore, particularly the rocky outcrop areas. The clean-up saw the enthusiastic participation of 47 dedicated…
remedies remediesJuly 25, 2024
On July 6, 2024, a dedicated team of volunteers gathered at Bugibba Bay in Malta for a remarkable beach clean-up event. Organized Esplora and Zibel, this initiative aimed to tackle the growing problem of marine litter and promote environmental conservation. The activity was organised in view of the Awarded Project of the Open Call 1 of the REMEDIES program Island…
remedies remediesJuly 25, 2024
We are thrilled to announce an exciting new collaboration between Impact Hub Athens and WWF Greece in support of the Anti-litter Campaign of #20TonnesChallenge, part of the REMEDIES program, and the "Adopt a Beach" initiative. This partnership marks a significant step in our shared commitment to preserving Greece's stunning coastline and raising environmental awareness within our communities. The Anti-litter Campaign…
remedies remediesJune 3, 2024
