Now playing Next Smart Regions Earthquakes: The European project preparing for emergencies IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION Experts at the Institute of Seismology in Thessaloniki, Greece, monitor tremors in real-time for REDACt, a consortium helping four countries bordering the Black Sea respond more efficiently to earthquakes.
Now playing Next Smart Regions What should you do in the event of earthquake? IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION Konstantinos Papatheodorou, the project coordinator for REDACt, gave Euronews some helpful tips.
Now playing Next Smart Regions The EU project helping us better prepare for the next pandemic IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION In this episode of Smart Regions, we find out how the European PerForM-REACT project is helping two German research institutes in their quest to better understand and more effectively deal with infectious diseases. 20/11/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions European filmmakers go green behind the scenes IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION In this episode of Smart Regions, we follow a film crew in Slovakia as they endeavour to reduce their carbon footprint on set. 06/11/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions Tackling social isolation: Northern Europe steps up to the challenge IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION A vast European project is underway in seven countries across the North of Europe, to combat isolation by promoting inclusion. We take a look at the results in Norway. 23/10/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions Andalusia: sustainable construction and transport thanks to the PICSA IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION The Spanish region of Andalucía is on a mission to insulate thousands of buildings to prevent heat loss and regulate temperatures indoors and it's all thanks to a European initiative. 09/10/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions ECOMARE: a European project promoting marine biodiversity IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION There are two ECOMARE centres -The CPRAM hospital is open 24 hours a day, all year round and there is the CEPAM research centre, promoted by the University of Aveiro, which is open to the public on the third Wednesday of each month. 25/09/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions The Sámi people’s struggles to preserve their tradition IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION Europe's only indigenous people are demanding their rights in Brussels, which are threatened by the ecological transition and the lack of EU policies. 11/09/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions The mills and fountains of Porto Santo brought back to life IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION In this episode of Smart Regions, discover the European project to restore the island of Porto Santo, which is reviving its cultural heritage by rehabilitating its windmills and public fountains. A reconnection with the past for a unique tourist experience. 31/07/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions Two small Sicilian islands test decentralised green energy IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION In this latest episode of Smart Regions, we find out how the islands of Favignana and Lampedusa are exploring the BloRin model of producing, sharing, and selling solar energy. 17/07/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions How did Madeira become the EU's poster child for renewable energy? IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION This natural paradise in the Atlantic Ocean expects to generate 50 per cent of its electricity from renewable sources in the coming years. 03/07/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions Belgian food market leading the way in sustainability IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION The cost-of-living crisis and the climate emergency are forcing industries to rethink their approach to their day-to-day practices. 19/06/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions How an ice house restoration is bringing life back to a French seaport IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION The restoration of La Glacière in Étel in Brittany is both a conservation project and an investment in green technologies 05/06/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions Seven cities in southern Sweden opt for fossil-free fuels IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION The Skåne region speeds towards its long-term climate goals with a fossil fuel-free strategy that includes public transport, district heating, cooling and electricity. 22/05/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions Explore the cultural heritage and beauty of Gozo's Cittadella IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION In this episode of Smart Regions, we explore how an EU-funded restoration project helped bring Gozo's magnificent Cittadella back to life and reveal hidden treasures from its past. 08/05/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions The EU project helping Brussels tap into its geothermal potential IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION In this latest episode of Smart Regions, we explore how one EU-funded project is trying to address the lack of data on the ground beneath the Belgian capital. 10/04/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions 'It's now too late': How invasive species have altered Lake Constance IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION Local edible fish populations in Lake Constance are dwindling as other invasive species have taken over the waters. Now local fisheries are fearing for their livelihoods. 27/03/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions Greek organisation Corallia helps small businesses grow IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION The Greek organisation, Corallia, helps small businesses grow and take on global markets through a network of business accelerators and mentoring programmes. 13/03/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions How a high school in Estonia has almost achieved carbon neutrality IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION With its smart building, solar panels and automatic blinds, the Põlva high school underwent a sustainable revolution in 2016 when it was completely rebuilt with the support of the European Union. 27/02/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions LOFAR super-telescope reveals the far reaches of the universe IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION The largest pan-European radio-frequency telescope offers a unique eye for exploring the far reaches of the universe. 13/02/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions The success behind Brno's business-boosting hub IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION Euronews explores how the success of the JIC business hub helped reinvent Brno from a former textile city, into an innovation ecosystem 30/01/2023
Now playing Next Smart Regions Return to work: How do you get back on track after a long illness? IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION A European project has developed a method with patients, companies and caregivers for people who want to go back to work and have a long-term illness. 16/01/2023