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Villach relies on sustainability: New climate protection award for everyone!
The new climate protection award in Villach promotes creative, cross -generational ideas for sustainability with 4000 euros in prize money.
Villach relies on sustainability: New climate protection award for everyone!
A completely new approach in the area of climate protection is being followed in Villach. The Climate protection price will be advertised for the first time this year across generations and is aimed at a broad target group. Not only school classes are eligible to participate, but also clubs, companies, groups and individuals. The ideas can span all areas of everyday life, from energy efficiency to nutrition to mobility and nature conservation.
In addition to the promotion of creative ideas, it is crucial that the projects have a connection to the city of Villach. A total of 4,000 euros will be awarded in prize money and benefits in benefits. Sustainability officer and Vice Mayor Sarah Katholnig emphasizes that this competition is an important signal for environmental awareness and sustainable projects. After the submission period has expired, a jury will check the suggestions. The participation of the youth council on the jury is also new this year, and the population can vote in a subsequent vote. The award ceremony will take place on December 4th.
A frame for sustainable ideas
The climate protection price is not only a sign in Villach. In Germany the German Award for sustainability projects 2025 awarded. Innovative projects are awarded in different categories. For example, the Stahl business association was able to get a place on the podium for its Low Emission Steel Standard. The Neumarkter Lammsbräu was also awarded for its promotion of regional organic farming. These competitions show how diverse sustainable projects can be and that creative solution ideas are required in numerous areas of life.
The topics and categories range from environmental protection technology to mobility. For example, the Hansgrohe Group with recycling of galvanized plastics ensures a sustainable supply chain, while My Boo convinces in the mobility category with the production of bamboo bicycles in Ghana.
Commitment to a greener future
In order to promote environmental awareness at an early stage, the European Union Students actively in the design of the European Green Deal. The ideas competition "Shaping Europe's Green Future" recognizes creative suggestions for a more sustainable future and offers prize money of 1,000 euros for the best ideas.
This competition aims to promote the commitment of young people and develop innovative solutions. The diverse topics range from climate and energy transition to agriculture and ocean protection. For example, projects could include information campaigns or sustainable mobility initiatives. Applications are possible until November 30, 2024.
Overall, these competitions promote a culture of sustainability in which all generations can make their contribution. Be it locally in Villach or as part of a European competition - creative minds are required to tackle the challenges of the future and to make a difference.