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22 companies in the running to become Europe’s champions of eco-innovation
Click on the picture to see the list of shortlisted companies
22 companies from nine countries have been shortlisted for the 2018-2019 of the European Business Awards for the Environment, the scheme which rewards those businesses that are making the most outstanding contribution to sustainable development through eco-innovation. In addition, six companies have been identified as “Rising Stars”*. Read more>>
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Ladybird Farm Leisure Centre (Hungary)
In every issue, the EBAE newsletter catches up with former participants who have distinguished themselves in their field of expertise and have expanded their business and recognition thanks to the competition.
This time, we sat down with LadyBird Farm Leisure Centre, a Hungarian pioneer of sustainable development in the tourism industry – the less carbon footprint left behind by their activities, the better!
 Your company was the winner of the Management Award (Micro and Small Entities) category in the 2016-2017 EBAE cycle. Besides the official ceremony in Tallinn last year, did the LadyBird Farm team celebrate locally in any special way?
Of course. The award could not have been won without our committed team of employees. We had a quick celebration after we have arrived home from Tallinn, and then a longer one during our regular Christmas Dinner. Read more>>
Picture: The LadyBird Farm Leisure Centre, in Hungary, aims to meet all its energy needs from renewable sources only.
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Focus On: Energy Efficiency |
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Citizens, as energy consumers at home and at work, are at the heart of European energy policy. One of the three main goals of the Clean Energy for All Europeans(CEfAE) legislative package is to provide a fair deal for consumers. This is recognition of the increasing influence of consumers as the energy system is decentralised and digitised. Read more>>
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Coordinator Catch-Up: Spain
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We caught up with Ignacio Torres Ruiz-Huerta, from Fundación Biodiversidad, EBAE’s Spanish National Coordinator, to gather some insights on how the European Business Awards for the Environment are impacting eco-innovative companies in Spain.
 Spain just had its national awards ceremony (Premios Europeos de Medio Ambiente a la Empresa), where the King of Spain was present. Could you share your impressions of this year’s ceremony?
The ceremony was a success in all regards. The presence of the King ensured great media coverage and a really high profile for an environmental award. Companies were thrilled to have this relevant recognition and support. This was a very special boost for their endeavours to raise the standard of their environmental performance, and gives them an extra motivation to go forward. From our side, it helps us to showcase how the green economy can be profitable as well as the right way to go. Read more>>
Picture: King Felipe VI of Spain with the winners of the Premios Europeos de Medio Ambiente a la Empresa, the Spanish EBAE national competition.
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Symphony is EBAE’s newest promoter, and we are delighted to have you on board. Could you tell our readers the reasons for actively supporting the EBAE award scheme?
Caring for the environment is not just for governments and NGOs, businesses also have a part to play. Symphony’s scientists have found a way to make plastic so that it will be just as good, and no more expensive than ordinary plastic, but it will rapidly biodegrade if it gets into the open environment. The technology is called d2w.
Initiatives like the EBAE are important in recognising eco-innovation because it encourages companies to strive for excellence and helps to share good practice. We would certainly consider applying at some time in the not-too-distant future. Read more>>
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EU Water Conference
(20-21 September 2018, Vienna, Austria)
Jointly organised by DG Environment and the Austrian Presidency of the EU, the edition of 5th European Water Conference will present and discuss progress in the implementation of EU water legislation. The event will bring together more than 400 economic, social and environmental stakeholders, national representatives and EU institution officials. More info>>
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"Circular Economy in Smart Cities" ECOCITY Forum
(3-5 October, Thessaloniki, Greece)
Funded by the Greek government, the “Circular Economy in Smart Cities” ECOCITY Forum will foster an exchange of views on the role of the circular economy in building the cities of the future. The event is aimed at business representatives, NGOs, public authorities and academics across Europe. More info>>
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International Sustainable Energy Conference
(3-5 October, Graz, Austria)
The International Sustainable Energy Conference is a platform for knowledge exchange between researchers and companies, and to promote innovative ideas in the fields of energy systems and resource efficiency. More info>>
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Energy Storage Global Conference
(20-24 October, Brussels, Belgium)
The third Energy Storage Global Conference will gather worldwide industry representatives, researchers and policymakers to discuss challenges, opportunities and the latest technological developments in the energy storage sector. The event is organised by European Association for Storage of Energy, and co-organised by DG Energy and the Joint Research Centre. More info>>
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