The Academy's new module, ‘Implementing and Evidencing Freshwater and Wetland Restoration’, is now online, offering comprehensive training on nature-based solutions, holistic restoration planning, and monitoring. Participants will gain a deep understanding of key policies like the EU Green Deal and the Nature Restoration Law, develop practical skills for basin-wide project planning and scaling, learn to design and implement effective monitoring programs, and acquire the ability to assess the environmental and socio-economic impacts of restoration efforts. Stay tuned for Module 2, which will focus on stakeholder engagement and governance in freshwater and wetland restoration.

We are pleased to announce the release of five new booklets focusing on 'Off-the-Shelf Instruments’ (OTSIs). These practical guides cover a range of valuable topics, including donation-based crowdfunding, corporate donations, tourism and agriculture activities, and more, empowering you to quickly integrate and utilize these resources.

MERLIN's commitment to freshwater restoration is highlighted in three new key deliverables. D3.5 highlights the need for diverse funding, urging support for teams navigating private financing. D4.5 offers six sectoral strategies for integrating Nature-based Solutions (NbS), showcasing their business value and promoting cross-sector collaboration. Each emphasise policy and funding support for successful implementation. D4.6 has developed infographics for the six sectors. These graphics have been created to communicate the Sectoral strategies to a wide audience. They provide an accessible and visual summary of each sector’s vision, core actions, and interpretation of Nature-based Solutions (NbS).

Dive into the complexities of European environmental restoration with the latest podcast episode, EP.10 – Restoring Europe's landscapes through the Green Deal and Nature Restoration Law. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the EU's pivotal environmental policies, featuring insights from the European Commission and four diverse EU restoration projects. Host Rob St. John explores key themes such as the application of nature-based solutions, the critical role of community engagement, the hurdles of project financing, and the necessity of expanding restoration efforts to encompass entire landscapes and watersheds, providing a comprehensive overview of the transformative year ahead. Listen to our podcasts on Apple podcasts, RSS.com or Spotify.