Green Agenda for Armenia, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine

🌟 Live Event Alert! 🗓️ When: Tuesday, April 1st 🕑 Time: 13:30 (Chișinău time, EEST) 📍 Where: IPN Newsroom 📡 Watch Live: www.ipn.md 🔍 What's Happening? Don't miss an insightful discussion centered on a study about public readiness and willingness to support green transition initiatives in Moldova. This report is part of the SEI – Stockholm Environment Institute’s Green Agenda project, supported by the @Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida). ✨ Why You Should Tune In: • Uncover citizen’s perspectives on climate change and green growth. • Explore the environmental and sustainability aspects of economic growth and green transition for EU integration. • Learn about public engagement and the obstacles to green adoption. • See how various sectors drive impactful environmental policies for a resilient future. 👥 Special Guests: • Iordanca-Rodica Iordanov - National Co-lead, Green Agenda Project • Stas Madan - Program Director, Expert-Grup 🎤 Hosted by: Veronica Gherbovețchii 📺 Watch and gain valuable insights! _____ 🌟 Eveniment Live – Nu rata! 🗓️ Când: marți, 1 aprilie 🕑 Ora: 13:30 (ora Chișinăului, EEST) 📍 Unde: Sala de presă IPN 📡 Urmărește live: www.ipn.md 🔍 Despre ce este vorba? Te invităm la o discuție informativă axată pe studiul privind nivelul de pregătire a populației și disponibilitatea acesteia de a sprijini inițiativele pentru tranziția verde a Republicii Moldova. Raportul face parte din proiectul Green Agenda al Institutului de Mediu de la Stockholm (SEI), finanțat de Agenția Suedeză pentru Dezvoltare Internațională (Sida). ✨ De ce merită să urmărești: • Află ce cred cetățenii despre schimbările climatice și soluțiile verzi. • Explorează legătura dintre sustenabilitate, dezvoltare economică și integrarea europeană. • Înțelege mai bine nivelul de implicare publică și obstacolele în calea adoptării tranziției verzi. • Descoperă cum diverse sectoare contribuie la politici de mediu eficiente pentru un viitor durabil. 👥 Invitați speciali: • Iordanca-Rodica Iordanov – Co-lideră națională, Proiectul Green Agenda • Stas Madan – Director program, Expert-Grup 🎤 Moderatoarea evenimentului: Veronica Gherbovețchii 📺 Urmărește și descoperă perspective valoroase despre viitorul verde al Moldovei! SEI – Stockholm Environment Institute; EcoContact - Aarhus Centre; Bernardas Padegimas; Cristina Coloman; Ilona Kazaryan, MBA; Tatiana Echim; Tatiana Gumene

Last week, the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), in collaboration with Moldova's Ministry of Environment, gathered over 30 experts from national authorities and research institutions. They reviewed findings from a rapid assessment on reusing treated wastewater in agriculture.🔍 Study Highlights: Duration: Conducted from October 2024 to February 2025. Focus: Infrastructure needs, quality standards, and alignment with EU Regulation 2020/741. Site Visit: Experts observed current processes at the Căușeni wastewater facility, informing future studies.💧 Why It Matters: With increasing water scarcity, treated wastewater could be key for irrigation to ensure agricultural productivity and food security in the country. This initiative, funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, seeks to address this critical issue.➡️ Next Steps: ✅ Plan technical and economic feasibility studies. ✅ Identify use cases and design pilot projects. ✅ Propose regulatory updates for safe reuse.📚 Read More Here👉 https://lnkd.in/dM98m2gj #waterreuse #GreenAgenda #SustainableAgriculture #eualignment cc SEI – Stockholm Environment Institute; EcoContact - Aarhus Centre; Bernardas Padegimas; Cristina Coloman; Ilona Kazaryan, MBA; Lauri Tammiste; Tatiana Echim; Tatiana Gumene

📢 JOB ALERT | Fellow: Climate and Energy Modelling 📢 We're hiring a Climate and Energy Modeller at the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI). Be part of a global team bridging science, policy & practice for sustainability!   📍 Location: Stockholm, Sweden 🗓️ Deadline: 30 March 2025 Role: Develop and analyze energy models, engage with international stakeholders, and support the EU's climate neutrality goals. Passionate about sustainable transitions? Apply now 👉 https://lnkd.in/d9-Kj-i4   #ClimateJobs #SustainableFuture #EnergyModelling #NetZeroCities #JoinSEI #GreenAgenda #GreenTransition cc SEI – Stockholm Environment Institute; Bernardas Padegimas; Fedra Vanhuyse, PhD; Ilona Kazaryan, MBA; Cristina Coloman

📢 JOB ALERT | National Communications Officer in Ukraine 🇺🇦 Deadline extended to March 17, 2025. Help support Ukraine’s green initiatives and EU alignment. Apply now 👉 https://lnkd.in/d8j9v8Xg #jobopportunity #GreenRecovery #EUAccession #EUGreenDeal #GreenAgenda cc: SEI — Stockholm Environment Institute; Bernardas Padegimas; Ilona Kazaryan, MBA; Ganna Gladkykh; Bogdana Leshchyshyn; Ivo Krustok

🌍 On International Women's Day, March 8th, we celebrate the extraordinary progress made and resilience of women worldwide. Women have come a long way in their pursuit of gender equality, overcoming numerous challenges. Yet, the path ahead still holds challenges that require our collective effort and determination. 📈 The increase in women taking on decision-making roles across various countries is both inspiring and pivotal. In Moldova, women’s participation increased from 45.2% in 2020 to 47.3% in 2022. In Armenia it rose from 24% to 35.5%, while Ukraine experiences a significant jump from 7.8% to 20.9%. These are more than just numbers; they tell a story of resilience and opportunity, highlighting women’s growing influence in shaping societal structures. 🙌 Despite these advances, challenges remain, such as barriers to employment and workforce inequalities. 🚀 Yet, women continue to rise as leaders and innovators, demonstrating incredible determination and strength. Their increasing involvement in economic sectors highlights their critical role in driving positive change. Our Green Agenda initiative champions a sustainable and fair transition by addressing key policy issues. We help to reshape the economy by promoting renewable energy investments, incentivizing sustainable industry practices, and fostering economic policies that empower women. Our goal is to help create resilient economies that harmonise environmental responsibility with social equity for enduring and inclusive benefits. 🤝 On this Women's Day, let’s commit to promoting gender equality in our everyday lives. By empowering women, we uplift communities and build stronger nations. Together, we can shape a world where every woman’s contribution is valued. 🎉 Happy Women's Day! cc SEI — Stockholm Environment Institute

📣 JOB ALERT | Waste, Chemical and Circular Economy Expert ♻️ The Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) Headquarters is seeking an expert in waste, chemicals and circular economy to support sustainability transitions in the Western Balkans and Eastern Partnership regions. We are looking for a skilled professional with expertise in EU waste and chemicals management, circular economy and policy development. You will provide technical guidance, policy support and capacity-building to advance national sustainability efforts. • Deliver expertise on EU waste and chemicals policies • Lead and support green transition projects • Engage with governments and stakeholders • Contribute to policy reports and assessments The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience, strong knowledge of the EU Green Deal, and expertise in stakeholder engagement and policy development. 📄 Full-time, permanent position ⏳ Deadline: 12 March 2025 🔗 Apply now: https://buff.ly/3ETSzHI #CircularEconomy #WasteManagement #EUGreenDeal #Sustainability #GreenAgenda #EUAccession cc SEI — Stockholm Environment Institute; Bernardas Padegimas; Ilona Kazaryan, MBA

📢 JOB ALERT | National Communications Officer in Ukraine 📢 To support the communication and impact activities of the Green Agenda project in Ukraine, the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) is seeking a skilled National Communications Officer to elevate the Green Agenda Ukraine project through dynamic communication and impactful outreach. Over the next 6 months, the focus will be on promoting the National Assessment Report, which examines Ukraine’s readiness for green transition reforms. This Report provides guidance for integrating environmental reforms with broader socio-economic recovery initiatives, ultimately contributing toward Ukraine’s aspirations for EU accession amidst the ongoing war and plans for future recovery. 🔑 Strategic Role Highlights: - Strategic Communication: Design and execute communications initiatives to highlight Ukraine’s readiness for green transition and EU membership. - Stakeholder Partnership: Cultivate strong relationships with government bodies, media, and civil society to facilitate meaningful discussions and drive change. - Compelling Content Creation: Produce captivating and informative content to effectively engage diverse audiences across Ukraine. 🎯 Why Join Our Expert Team? - Contribute to Ukraine's green recovery, in line with EU climate goals and key environmental strategies. - Support Ukraine's journey to EU membership by promoting the integration of sustainability into socio-economic strategies. - Collaborate with global experts to build a resilient and sustainable future. 📆 Application Deadline: March 10, 2025 (Early applications are encouraged as reviews will be conducted on a rolling basis) 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/d8j9v8Xg cc SEI — Stockholm Environment Institute; Bernardas Padegimas; Cristina Coloman; Ilona Kazaryan, MBA; Ivo Krustok; Ganna Gladkykh; Bogdana Leshchyshyn; Green Transition Office

🇺🇦 🤝 🇸🇪 Last week, members of Ukraine's Green Transition Office (GTO) visited Stockholm for in-depth discussions with the Green Agenda project team at SEI and the Swedish Climate Policy Council. The focus was on enhancing Ukraine’s green transition strategies and aligning these efforts with the nation’s recovery and resilience goals as part of its aspirations for EU accession. Key takeaways: -Constructive dialogue on economic resilience and sustainable development amid Ukraine's commitment to a green transition, emphasizing reduced fossil fuel dependency despite ongoing war. -Current and potential shared efforts between GTO and SEI focused to modernize Ukraine's economy through effective green transition strategies, aiming to define actionable projects and ensure the integration of European expertise into Ukraine's reform processes. -Sweden's expertise to be utilized to help transform Ukraine's high-emission sectors, enhancing policy alignment with the EU and promoting sustainable development practices. -An upcoming delegation to strengthen Ukraine-Sweden ties, supporting Ukraine in implementation of the National Energy and Climate Plan on its path to EU accession, fostering cooperation and mutual growth. Ukraine continues to push forward with its environmental agenda, proving that strategic vision and collaboration can thrive even in tough times. Read more: https://shorturl.at/OA2TD #Sustainability #GreenAgenda #EUGreenDeal #SEI #InternationalCooperation #EUAccession SEI — Stockholm Environment Institute; Green Transition Office; Åsa Persson; Bernardas Padegimas; Ilona Kazaryan, MBA; Cristina Coloman; Andrii Kitura; Mykola Shlapak 🇺🇦; Ivo Krustok; Ganna Gladkykh; Bogdana Leshchyshyn

🤝 The recent meeting between the Green Agenda project team and @Linas Antanas Linkevičius, the Lithuanian Ambassador to Sweden, marks a pivotal step towards a strategic partnership aimed at bolstering support for #Armenia, #Georgia, #Moldova, and #Ukraine. The discussion centered on leveraging #Lithuania's successful #EUintegration experience to unlock future cooperation opportunities. With shared cultural and geographical ties, as well as similar historical and geopolitical contexts, the Lithuanian Embassy, through the #SEI, is well-positioned to contribute to impactful change by supporting green transitions and aligning with EU policies. These initiatives aim to promote sustainable development and enhance regional cooperation, ultimately leading to a more resilient and environmentally conscious future in Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine. By drawing on Lithuania's recent journey toward aligning with EU standards, the project seeks to provide invaluable insights and strategic direction to these nations. Bernardas Padegimas, SEI's Environmental Policy and Strategy Team Lead, underscored the significance of this partnership by stating, "Harnessing the Baltic countries' successful experience in EU integration and green transition is highly relevant for achieving our objectives. We are dedicated to implementing strategic and sustainable solutions." #sustainability #EUintegration #GreenAgenda #nordicbalticcollaboration #environmentalimpact cc SEI — Stockholm Environment Institute; Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania in Sweden; Ilona Kazaryan, MBA; Ieva Galkyté

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