Climate Bridges Representatives Join EUKI Study Visit to Brussels

Published: June 5, 2025 Prepared by: Marinela Spahiu, Project Manager, Climate Bridges project, URI The Climate Bridges Network project was represented at the second EUKI Academy Study Tour to Brussels, taking place from June 3-5, 2025, by Mr. Jakob Dietachmair from CIPRA International Lab. This unique opportunity brings together 20 participants from EUKI projects across […]

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Climate Bridges Network Brings Together Albanian Stakeholders for National Exchange on Transnational Climate Cooperation

May 29, 2025 – Tirana, Albania by Marinela Spahiu, URI On May 29, 2025, the Urban Research Institute hosted a successful national exchange event in Tirana as part of the Climate Bridges Network project. The event brought together over 30 representatives from civil society organizations, local and national government institutions, and climate experts from across […]

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Western Balkans Environmental Organizations Launch New project of Regional Climate Network

by Marinela Spahiu, Urban Research Institute TIRANA, ALBANIA – On January 30-31, 2025, consortium members of the Climate Bridges Network in Action project gathered in Tirana for a two-day strategic meeting to launch the next phase of the initiative. The meeting brought together environmental organizations from across the Western Balkans to plan and coordinate efforts […]

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Climate Bridges – Network in Action

Strengthening climate governance and cooperation in the Western Balkans by building capacities, fostering partnerships, and promoting public engagement for effective climate action and sustainable development. © 2025 EUKI Background The Western Balkans is a region navigating EU accession while facing significant climate challenges. Despite adopting climate policies and plans, countries such as Albania, Bosnia and […]

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Gender Policy and Action Plan

The Gender Policy and Plan 2024-2027 is URI’s roadmap for promoting gender equality throughout its work. The URI is dedicated to investigating and addressing pressing social and economic challenges across a spectrum of areas of expertise as defined in its Operational Manual and is committed to understanding the complexities within its sectorial development objectives and […]

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MAPCULT: Cultivating Change in Përmet

We’re thrilled to present the full MAPCULT documentary, showcasing our journey to transform lives through sustainable agriculture in Përmet, Albania. This film tells the story of how cultivating medicinal and aromatic plants is creating new economic opportunities and offering a sustainable alternative to cannabis cultivation. From the rolling hills of Përmet to the labs and […]

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Discover Kukës and Rahovec: The Eco-Routes App Just Launched

We’re excited to announce the release of our new eco-tourism mobile app for Kukës, Albania and Rahovec, Kosovo! These interactive guides are designed to help visitors and locals alike explore the rich natural beauty and cultural heritage of these stunning regions. The App is available on Android and iOS.

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Short Stories about Kukës and Rahovec

Discover Kukës & Rahovec, enchanting short stories on culture, history, nature and legends from these areas. This publication has been crafted by the Urban Research Institute in the frame of EcoRoutes project. A collection of 18 stories, selected through the Writing Contest

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Discover the Kilim of Kukës: An Illustrated Travel Guide

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of Kukës, Albania, with our captivating illustrated travel guide. From breathtaking landscapes to ancient traditions, this guide will lead you on an unforgettable journey through one of Albania’s best-kept secrets.

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