The RESTORE4Cs (Modelling RESTORation of wEtlands for Carbon pathways, Climate Change mitigation and adaptation, ecosystem services, and biodiversity, Co-benefits) project assesses the role of restoration action on wetlands capacity in terms of climate change mitigation and a wide range of ecosystem services using an integrative socio-ecological systems approach. The main output of the project consists…
RESTORE4Cs is proud to participate in the 14th Symposium for European Freshwater Sciences (SEFS14), taking place from 20–25 July 2025 at Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University, Türkiye. The project joins a key Special Session (SS-09) on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Exchanges and Biogeochemical Processes in Inland and Coastal Waters, hosted by leading experts from across Europe.…
RESTORE4Cs will be showcased at the upcoming 15th Meeting of the Conference of the Contracting Parties to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands (COP15), to be held from 23–31 July 2025 in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. The Horizon Europe-funded project will take part in a high-profile side event focused on building skills and knowledge to address climate…
In a powerful demonstration of cross-project collaboration and scientific excellence, four Horizon Europe-funded wetland restoration projects, ALFAwetlands, RESTORE4Cs, REWET and WET HORIZONS, took centre stage at the 12th INTECOL Wetlands Conference, held from 29 June to 4 July in Tartu, Estonia. Hosted alongside the 20th Annual Meeting of the Society of Wetland Scientists Europe, the…
The second RESTORE4Cs Policy Brief of RESTORE4Cs, “Unlocking Potential of Coastal Wetlands in Europe: Integration into National Restoration Plans“, highlights the critical role of National Restoration Plans (NRPs) under the EU Nature Restoration Regulation in enhancing the restoration and resilience of coastal wetlands. The brief outlines how NRPs can serve as a powerful mechanism to…
RESTORE4Cs 6th General Assembly Unites Experts in Bucharest to Advance Wetland Restoration Across Europe The 6th General Assembly of RESTORE4Cs convened in Bucharest, Romania, from May 26 to 29, marking a pivotal moment in the project’s trajectory as it enters its final implementation phase. Hosted by the University of Bucharest, the event gathered leading partners…
Empowering Future Generations Through Environmental Education Across Europe RESTORE4Cs proudly hosted the Award Ceremony of the RESTORE4Cs School Competition. This unique Europe-wide educational initiative brought together students aged 12 and over to explore the vital role of coastal wetlands in biodiversity, ecosystem services, and climate resilience. Held in-person at Università del Salento – LifeWatch ERIC,…
In recognition of World Water Day 2025, we are proud to highlight the key messages of RESTORE4Cs’ feedback to the European Commission’s Call for Evidence for the European Water Resilience Strategy. Funded under Horizon Europe, RESTORE4Cs plays a pivotal role in supporting the EU’s mission to enhance water resilience through nature-based solutions for climate adaptation…
On February 19, the RESTORE4Cs project hosted the workshop “Tools and Indicators for Coastal Wetlands Restoration to Promote Climate Resilience in Europe.” This engaging online event attracted up to 70 participants from public authorities, European organisations including the European Environment Agency and the European Commission, academia, private sector, and civil society. The event featured presentations…
Launch of the RESTORE4Cs School Competition: A Fun Way to Learn About Coastal Wetlands The RESTORE4Cs project is excited to announce the launch of the RESTORE4Cs School Competition, an engaging and educational initiative designed to introduce students to the fascinating world of coastal wetlands. This competition, set to take place on 16 May 2025, provides…