Embark on a transformative journey with insights into how the Creative Europe programme is taking bold steps to align with the European Union’s climate change goals. This ground-breaking study, commissioned by the European Commission in 2021, delves into the strategies and recommendations to enhance the sustainability of the Creative Europe Programme while fostering environmental awareness within the cultural and creative sectors.
Cultural and creative activities emerge as potent agents for facilitating a transition to a green economy, prompting the programme’s commitment to achieving carbon-neutrality. The study, “Greening the Creative Europe programme,” introduces comprehensive guidance for applicants and beneficiaries, advocating for sustainable practices such as eco-friendly transportation and responsible behaviours.
The study specially highlights guidance and recommendations, in which the study provides an invaluable repository of good environmental practices, offering practical insights for both current and potential beneficiaries of the Creative Europe Programme; and monitoring and evaluation, where with a focus on ongoing progress, the study furnishes recommendations for effectively monitoring and evaluating the environmental impact of project proposals.
The study’s outcomes are distilled into three essential document: Good Environmental Practices Guide, Creative Europe Programme Greening Strategy, and Creative Europe Monitoring Guide for Programme Greening.
As the European Green Deal aims for climate neutrality by 2050, this study underscores the pivotal role of the cultural and creative sectors in the green transition. It signifies the Creative Europe Programme’s commitment to fostering sustainability, with plans to bolster capacity and knowledge in greening at all levels of implementation. This marks a crucial stride towards ensuring a green and sustainable future for the Creative Europe Programme, resonating with professionals and enthusiasts in the field of European Heritage.
