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How discarded electric scooters can propel Europe’s sustainability efforts
The powerful rare earth element magnets used in electric motors are essential to Europe’s climate transition. The EU-funded REEPRODUCE project aims to build a full recycling value chain to recover discarded magnets from end-of-life products. This will reduce Europe’s reliance on imports of critical raw materials, and strengthen its environmental sustainability.
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The deepfake dilemma: can synthetic media be used for good?
From fake political speeches, manipulated videos and content designed to mislead and harm, it’s easy to see why deepfake technology has a reputation for ill. The EU-funded SOLARIS project explored whether the same technology can also be used to engage citizens more constructively. The results could help strengthen Europe’s democratic fabric.
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Examining how digital technologies reshape society and culture
From smartphones to AI avatars, digital technologies are changing how many Europeans live, work and socialise. To better understand these shifts, the EU-funded CHANSE project launched a transnational call for projects focused on social and cultural dynamics in the digital age. The results are 26 projects shedding light on shifts in democracy, society, religion, media, education and more.
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New tool tells you how much CO₂ your lifestyle emits
Young people are essential in the fight against climate change. But making impactful decisions requires knowing how best to reduce your environmental footprint. Through community energy initiatives and an Energy Tracker app, the EU-funded AURORA project empowered students to strive for a ‘near-zero emission’ way of life.
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From waste to wardrobe: the future of fashion
What if your old jeans could be reborn as catwalk fashion? Thanks to the EU-funded New Cotton project, this could soon be a reality. Led by Finnish start-up Infinited Fiber Company, the New Cotton project has shown that collaboration, innovation and determination can turn one of the fashion industry’s biggest problems into a circular solution.
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Co-creating healthy corridors for Europe’s biggest cities
Urban regeneration often faces challenges in combining sustainability, inclusivity, and community engagement. By rethinking traditional approaches and using nature-based solutions such as parks and green infrastructure, the EU-funded URBiNAT project reconnected fragmented urban communities, supporting happier, healthier citizens through diverse solutions.
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Mercury rising: the scientists tackling a growing environmental threat
Mercury pollution presents a significant risk to environment and human health, in particular its accumulation in edible fish. The EU-funded Global Mercury Observation and Training network project (ITN GMOS-Train) helped model mercury’s chemical behaviour and fate in land, air and marine environments. The work will support public health initiatives and make more informed dietary choices possible.
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Rediscovering the scent of history
Smell, a potent yet often overlooked element of human experience, has profoundly shaped society. From religious rituals to everyday life, historical scents tell intricate stories. But with little ability to record them, these olfactory narratives have been lost over the last few centuries. The EU-funded project ODEUROPA explored the significance of scent in Europe’s cultural heritage.
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A holistic model to help Europe’s farmers
European agriculture stands at a crossroads, with farmers under pressure from rising costs, debt, climate change and the threat of cheap imports. The EU-funded project Ploutos sought to deliver wholesale change with a Sustainable Innovation Framework that delivers powerful innovations along the value chain.
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Building a ‘highway to Brussels’ from the EU’s rural regions
Spanning four years, the SHERPA project aimed to connect rural European communities with decision-making at a local level. Encouraging open conversations and idea-sharing between stakeholders, it enabled local knowledge to inform policies on issues such as climate change, land use and the diversification of the rural economy.

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