What’s Happening with the Illegal Construction on Polonyna Runa? Findings from Ecoaction’s Expedition
Part of the valuable old-growth forest has already been cut down for this project.
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Civil Society Calls for a Monitoring Committee for a New €20 Million Just Transition Programme in Ukraine
This approach aligns with the European Partnership Principle and could serve as a pilot application of the EU’s best practices in Ukraine.
Ukrainian government approved the Program for just transition of coal regions – why this is good and which problems remain
The adoption of this Program is a significant event, both for Ukraine’s coal communities and for environmental protection.
Recommendations of civil society organizations regarding the implementation of public service obligations in public transport
In our position paper, we highlight the need to revise Draft Law to align it with European legislative standards.
Who owns agricultural land in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The many land reforms, the lost cadastral records, small disputes and vast property transformations make ownership difficult to untangle.
Implementation of the FAO guidelines in Romania: What worked?
The integration of the VGGTs into national legislation is a complex and dynamic process.
Responsible management of natural resources: The path to food security
As the regional focal point for the Land Matrix initiative in Eastern Europe, Ecoaction is involved in the study of VGGT implementation.
From studying to implementing the EU Nitrate Directive: learning from Poland’s experience as an example for further development of sustainable agriculture in Ukraine during its EU accession
Ecoaction organised a study tour for advisers, representatives of research institutes and ministries.
How can energy communities become a key tool for Ukraine’s reconstruction?
The event’s participants were presented the results of two studies.
Why 68% of Ukrainians Oppose the Completion of the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant – panel discussion
Experts, politicians, and civil society will discuss the implications of construction plans for Khmelnytskiy nuclear power plant.
Implementation of the FAO guidelines in Serbia: What worked?
Serbia has over five million hectares of agricultural land, of which 71% is intensively used as arable land, orchards, and vineyards.
Ukrainians may lose state support for housing insulation and reconstruction
Non-governmental organisations and communities have urged the government to allocate 1 billion UAH for the Energy Efficiency Fund in the 2025 State Budget
How Did the Russian Army Harm Ukraine’s Environment in 2024?
The trend remains unchanged: the vast majority of cases continue to be recorded along the frontline.
Threat to Ukraine’s Energy Sector: The Parliament May Pass Draft Law No. 11392
A provision was introduced that unexpectedly allowed for the procurement of russian-manufactured reactor equipment from Bulgaria.
Guide: How to use the interactive map of potential cases of environmental damage, caused by russian aggression?
How the map may help journalists, scientists, and activists understand the impact of war on the environment.
Just Transition During War: How Communities Adapt to New Realities
Collaboration, strategic vision, and a focus on green energy are the principles that will guide Ukraine along the path of just transition.
At COP29, Ukraine Presented a Methodology for Calculating Climate Damage from War
This approach enables a comprehensive assessment of the climate damage resulting from russia’s aggression.
“Fossil Fuels Fund War and Climate Change”: Ukrainian Activists Hold Demonstration at Climate Conference in Baku
The event was dedicated to the 1,000th day since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Just Transition is Needed Not Only for Coal Communities – Conclusions from the Discussion at COP29
This applies not only to coal communities but also to those dependent on other industries.
Recommendations for the establishment of a systematic instrument of ”energy consultants” in Ukraine
Such experts could propose needs-based, smart, scenario-backed options.
Position on the Climate Policy Priorities in Ukraine and the World before COP29
This position presents a vision of the decisions that must be made at the international and national levels in Ukraine.
Why the state allows mining in valuable natural areas and what can be done about it
What unites these cases is public outrage and the potential environmental risks posed by these projects.
Position of civil society organizations on the possible narrowing of EIA and SEA in Ukraine
The Concept poses a risk that reconstruction projects dangerous to public health and the environment may be approved.
Call for Ukrainian municipalities to become associated to the EU Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities Mission
Advance your city’s path to climate neutrality.
Ecoaction gathered environmental activists at the educational camp in the Carpathians
This is the first camp for activists that Ecoaction has organiszed since the start of the full-scale invasion.
Appeal of Ecoaction and 30 environmental NGOs on the risks of adoption the draft law #9516
It proposes to abolish the EIA procedure for all sanitary clearcuts smaller than 10 hectares.
Russia has caused $32 billion in climate damage in two years of war in Ukraine
The total climate damage caused by the russian federation in two years of full-scale invasion of Ukraine amounts to $32 billion.
Ecoaction’s comments to the National Energy and Climate Plan of Ukraine
We believe it is necessary to emphasize that all goals, policies and measures of the NECP until 2030 should be in line with the EU’s goals and standards.
Position of CSOs on identification of nitrate vulnerable zones in Ukraine, in accordance with the EU Nitrates Directive
We call for the Delegation of the European Union to Ukraine support approval of the River Basin Management Plans.
Position of Ukrainian civil society on the adopted Ukraine Plan
We welcome the adopted Ukraine Facility Regulation, which confirms the EU’s longstanding support for Ukraine.
Global Civil Society Coalition Demands G7 Leaders to Prioritise Support for Ukraine at Upcoming Meeting
And demonstrate unwavering support for Ukraine by taking concrete actions to address the country’s critical energy issues.
What is the future of the Platform for Sustainable Development of Coal Towns of Donetsk Region?
Platform has become a place to hear each other, share feedback and alternative opinions.
Energy-efficient reconstruction of cities will help them save energy resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
To implement energy-efficient projects based on these studies, it is necessary to combine the efforts of civil society and government authorities.
Ecoaction volunteers recorded 1,500 cases of potential environmental damage from war. Is there a chance for recovery?
Fires at oil depots, gas stations, landfills, damage to heat and water supply facilities, industrial facilities, impact on ecosystems, etc.
The Seventh Year of Ecoaction — Our Victories in April 2023 – March 2024
Over the last year we acted to create a beautiful future for our country and all Ukrainians.
What is common between climate change and russia’s war against Ukraine? Two years perspective of the full-scale war.
With its oil, gas, and coal, russia not only fuels and finances its violent war in Ukraine.
Ecoaction urges the EU and G7 to stop funding the militarization of Russia in the wake of 2 years of aggression in Ukraine
The European Union and G7 must tighten their grip on Russia’s key revenue streams from exports of fossil fuels.
Ecoaction supported joint position of CSOs on importance of including peace and conflict aspects as part of UNEA-6 decisions
It is essential that the world’s decision makers make sure not to overlook one factor that exacerbates all these interconnected challenges.
Proposals from Ukrainian and international CSOs concerning the Ukraine Plan
We believe it should support Ukraine’s inclusive and environmentally sound recovery.
NGOs are helping with just transition of coal communities via support from Ecoaction
Despite the full-scale war, the work on just transition of coal communities goes on.
Joint open letter to the Ukraine Facility trialogue negotiators
Civil society organisations reached out to the trialogue negotiators to advocate for an inclusive and environmentally sound Ukraine Facility.
Ecoaction joins the work on the State Just Transition Program for Coal Regions
The Program should define what measures will be implemented at the state level to address the problems and promote the development of coal mining communities.
We call on the European Commission to continue its support for Ukraine’s coal regions
We are adamant that the European Commission’s support for just transition processes in Ukraine should be continued.
Ecoaction’s position on the Declaration to Triple Nuclear Energy, which was endorsed by the Ukrainian government at COP28
We condemn this decision and consider it disadvantageous and harmful for Ukraine.
Ukraine will receive €20 million grant from Germany and EIB to support the energy transition at the municipal level
The grant envisions integration of renewables in public buildings across Ukraine.
More and more countries are planning to phase out coal
The United States, the United Arab Emirates, Czechia, Norway, and a number of other countries announced joining Powering Past Coal Alliance.
Russia caused almost $10 billion worth climate damage in the first 18 months of the full-scale war in Ukraine
This is more than the annual GHG emissions from a highly industrialized country like Belgium.
Green reconstruction advocacy in the U.S.: Ukrainian NGOs and mayors visited Washington, D.C.
Ukrainian delegation spent time in Washington, DC advocating for a green reconstruction of Ukraine
Ukrainian NGOs’ open letter on the focus of the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2024
Ukrainian NGOs call on the German government to put front and center the role of communities and civil society
Ecoaction at the European Parliament Public Hearing on the Environmental Consequences of the War
Ecoaction’s Board member Anna Ackerman delivered a statement during the European Parliament public hearing.
Position on the Priorities of Climate Policy in Ukraine and the world before the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28)
This position presents a vision to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement.
On the joint position of NGOs Ecoaction and Ecoclub on the Ukraine Plan
The public is a key partner of the European Commission for evaluating Ukraine’s progress in the areas of legislation and implementation.
Establishment of Association of coal communities of Ukraine
The Association comprises 16 communities that depend on coal mining or heat-generating enterprises.
How to transform the economy of coal mining communities in the context of war – conclusions of the annual high-level forum
This was discussed by experts, government officials and coal mining communities.
Study tour for coal mining towns of Donetsk region to the Ruhr region
The delegation visited the towns of the Ruhr region that are transforming after phasing out hard coal.
New European Ukraine Facility has power to derail or accelerate country’s reform agenda
A simple nod to Europe’s greening commitments is not enough.
Russian oil = Ukrainian blood. Ecoaction joined the Global Fight to End Fossil Fuels
We joined the Global Fight to End Fossil Fuels to remind that fossil fuels sponsor the deaths of Ukrainians and will kill more people in the next decades through consequences of climate change.
Ecoaction together with 50 Ukrainian communities calls on the U.S. to include renewable energy in aid packages
Recently, together with 50 Ukrainian communities, we sent a joint letter to the United States government.
Post-war reconstruction of Ukraine and the role of the Nordic Countries
This policy brief assesses the direct and indirect environmental damage resulting from Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Green reconstruction of Ukrainian communities: 10 projects supported by Ecoaction
Read the text to learn more about 10 organizations that will implement projects based on the principles of Green reconstruction.
Ukraine’s 2035 coal phase-out needs concrete plan now
Rapid investments in solar, wind and heat pumps present the most cost-effective, short-term and future-proof solution.
Mines, sunken ships, destroyed nature reserves – what do we know about the impact of the Russian war on the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov
How our marine and coastal ecosystems suffered during more than 9 years of the Russian war in Ukraine.
Сoal mining communities are preparing for green reconstruction – two project workshops were held
Representatives of coal mining communities continue to plan for a green reconstruction.
Ecoaction launched the Green Info Tour “Restoration and Energy Security: Examples of Implemented Projects and Prospects for Ukraine”
Presented projects will ensure energy saving and potentially energy independence of Ukraine.
What will be the fate of the Kakhovka Sea?
The destruction of the Kakhovka HPP is a large-scale environmental disaster.
Ecoaction calling on the US government to close the refining loophole
The US should ban imports of refined products from refineries running on Russian crude.
The UNFCCC Ocean and Climate change Dialogue – a place to talk or to act?
The Ocean is greatly affected by climate change, with rising temperatures leading to coral bleaching, sea-level rise.
The 12th sanctions package must include embargo on russian LNG: open letter from Ukrainian NGOs
russia intends to almost triple its LNG export capacity to 100 million tonnes per year by 2030.
Civil society calls for the EU’s Ukraine Facility to prioritise Partnership Principle and environmental conditionality
We submitted initial comments to the EC, urging the integration of the Partnership Principle and environmental conditionality in the legislation.
Initial Comments on the Proposal for a Regulation on establishing the Ukraine Facility
Ecoaction and Razom We Stand, Bankwatch submitted initial comments to the European Parliament.
How to transform coal regions during a war: just transition in Ukraine – webinar
Experts from Ecoaction took part to discuss the past, the current and the future of the just transition in Ukraine.
What does the Global Stocktake mean for Ukraine’s climate plans?
To monitor Paris Agreement, it has established a mechanism called Global Stocktake.
How does war affect the climate and how to tackle it? Independent experts assessed GHG emissions caused by Russian war in Ukraine
russian occupiers committed another act of terrorism in Ukraine by destroying the Kakhovka Dam.
Ukraine: Embracing EU standards to build a resilient future
The right course to attract investments is by implementing EU standards.
Agriculture: priorities for sustainable investments to aid Ukraine’s recovery
The ‘build back better’ principle foresees that reconstruction will address the key environmental challenges that jeopardise the sustainability of food production.
Ukrainian artists paint ‘live mural’ outside reconstruction conference to demand green recovery
Artists and environmental activists have created a large mural depicting a peaceful, green future for Ukraine.
Ukraine is up to phase out coal by 2035 – the plan remains unchanged despite the war
The outcomes of the event “Building back greener is building back stronger: Ukraine’s transition from coal to clean” prior to the Ukraine Recovery Conference in London.
Coal mining communities joined forces and developed a common concept of just transition in the Reconstruction
The mining communities’ have formed a working group and developed a common concept of a just transition in Reconstruction.
How Communities Can Re-build as Sustainable to Climate Change: Results of Four Local Projects
Communities can immediately consider adaptation measures in their plans.
Destruction of the Kakhovka HPP: preliminary conclusions and possible consequences
Representatives of environmental civil society responded to the latest act of ecocide by the russian federation.
How russia’s war in Ukraine threatens the planet
We want to build the country to be greener, says Anna Ackermann.
Position of Civil Society on Consideration of Climate Adaptation in Ukraine’s Post-War Reconstruction
Communities need their infrastructure to be rebuilt with consideration for climate aspects.
Ecoaction joined the European Environmental Bureau (EEB)
The EEB has more than 180 member organisations in 38 countries.
Ecoaction joined the largest European climate network CAN Europe
The members of the network voted for the accession of new organisations from Ukraine.
Comments on the EU reform implementation in Environment, Climate Change and Energy
Ecoaction prepared comments on the reform implementation in Environment and Climate Change (Chapter 27) and Energy (Chapter 15).
Is the government ready to help coal mining towns with just transition?
The outcomes of the meeting of representatives of 17 Ukrainian coal mining communities with representatives of the Ministry of Reconstruction and Development of Ukraine.
Why the distribution of funds for the recovery of Ukraine should be inclusive and transparent
Engagement of civil society organizations should help in the development of such policies.
The Vice-Chancellor of Germany met with Ukrainian NGOs and announced €1M to support green reconstruction projects
The German government will allocate €1M for green reconstruction projects in Ukraine.
Ambitious, green reconstruction will make Ukraine and EU more secure
Communities will be able to rapidly rebuild a better, more secure and sustainable future from the ground up.
Ten-Step plan to address environmental impact of war in Ukraine
Our organizations are calling on the international community to act now.
Ecoaction in a year of full-scale war: how we broke down and broke through
This year scarred every Ukrainian person, family and community.
The green horizon of victory
Building a sustainable and secure future for the next generation of Ukrainians does not have to wait until the end of the war.
Support Ukrainian NGOs that work on nature restoration and monitoring impact on the ground
We encourage to support Ukrainian NGOs that work on nature restoration and monitoring impact on the ground.
Heat Pump and Solar Power Plant — Outpatient Clinic in the Kyiv Region Has Become an Example of Green Reconstruction
This is the first medical facility in the area where such an energy-efficient system is installed, and it should become an example of green reconstruction of the country.
Open Letter from NGOs concerning green recovery of Ukraine within the EU accession process
We call EU to support civil society engagement and incorporation of green principles into the Ukraine reconstruction process.
Civil Society Position on Coal Mining Communities’ Just Transition in the Post-War Recovery of Ukraine
The just transition of coal towns will help create conditions for post-war green recovery and sustainable development.
The Vice-President of the European Commission met with the mayors of Ukrainian coal towns
Representatives of the coal regions noted that their towns are ready to become pilots of the green post-war recovery of Ukraine.
The State of Water in Communities: Monitoring Results and How to Address Challenges at the Local Level
We have conducted such a study on water quality in communities and share its findings.
Viktor Filatov, an Agrarian from the Kharkiv Region, Resuscitates Exhausted Fields with Green Fertilizers
Viktor founded the company, which specializes in cultivating grain crops and implements eco-practices to improve soil fertility.
Yak Bdzhola. Pigs Plough the Land, Children Pet Goats, and Farmers Grow Organic Berries
There should be benefits for nature, for the soil, and for man.
Ukrainian coal towns essential task is survival, but they are ready to plan the future right now
Despite the full-scale war Ukrainian coal towns still hope to implement the policy of just transition.
Celebrate winter holidays with donations to Ukrainian environmental NGOs
This holiday season, we encourage you to support the Ukrainian environmental movement by donating to one or a couple of NGOs.
The Outpatient Clinic in the Kyiv Region Will Become More Energy Independent: the Building Will Be Reconstructed With Solar Panels and a Heat Pump
According to preliminary calculations, a hybrid solar plant can cover up to 60 % of consumed electricity per year.
Invitation to Kyiv: Wintershall Dea’s activities in Russia contributing to war crimes in Ukraine
We will be glad to accompany you on a city tour, visiting the sites of the latest rocket strikes and bomb craters.
War also harms the climate, but this damage is still not accounted
How the russian full-scale war in Ukraine has affected global climate change.
A Green Deal for post-war Ukraine
Notwithstanding limited resources, Ukrainians are already working on reconstruction and development planning.
From just transition to just survival: the life of Ukrainian coal towns
The towns of Donetsk Oblast were among the main targets of russian attacks.
Position regarding the priorities of climate policy in Ukraine and the world on the occasion of СОР27
Russian aggression is financed by fossil fuels. 60% of Russia’s state budget comes from selling oil and gas.
Appeal regarding urgent need to revise the draft law No. 8058 on rapid review of state regulation of economic activity
The adoption of draft law 8058 will create massive threats to the environment of Ukraine.
Beekeping as a Farmer’s Integrity Check, or Can Agrochemicals Be Eco-Friendly?
Ivan developed his own formula of symbiosis of farming and nature.
Hasn’t Plowed for 15 Years and Plants Nut Trees around Fields
Vinnytsia Farmer Maintains Soil Fertility.
No Synthetic Chemicals: a Unique Organic Farm in Shostka Raion
Practices used on this farm are beneficial to both the environment and the farm.
How to Make Production Truly Organic: Galex-Agro Experience
To arrange the production of organic agricultural products, you need time, money, and, most importantly, knowledge.
Open appeal to the member states of the International Atomic Energy Agency
Ukrainian public organizations, international organizations, and the scientific community appeal to the member states of the IAEA.
Joint Statement of NGOs, businesses and municipalities’ representatives on the role of distributed generation of renewable energy sources in Ukraine’s Recovery Plan Blueprint
We welcome formation of a regulatory framework and incentive mechanisms for the creation of energy communities and aggregators.
An open letter from the mayors of coal mining communities regarding Ukraine’s recovery process
Ecoaction have been cooperating with the mining communities of Ukraine and supporting them in the process of just transition.
Putting the green reconstruction of Ukraine into action: Requirements for programme design and policy
Ukraine will have to undertake a massive effort to reconstruct damaged or fully destroyed civilian infrastructure.
Open Letter of Ukrainian NGOs to the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs regarding sanctions against Russian fossil fuels
We welcome the Swiss embargo on Russian coal imports.
War and the Sea: How hostilities threaten the coastal and marine ecosystems of the Black and Azov Seas
Active marine hostilities and Russian warships putting the world at risk.
Ukrainian environmentalist: ‘To stop the war, start moving away from fossil fuels’
Our expert about this situation and the link between the war and fight against climate change.
Ukrainian coal towns still expect to be a part of the Just Transition
The mayors of the coal towns support the further path towards Just Transition.
Analysis of Ukraine’s Post-War Recovery Plan Blueprint and Ecoaction’s Recommendations
Ecoaction supports the cornerstone goals of Ukraine’s Recovery Plan Blueprint1, which was presented on July 4–5, 2022.
Ukraine Recovery Conference: environmental NGOs call for a green post-war reconstruction
The Centre for Environmental Initiatives “Ecoaction” and WWF-Ukraine call for recognition of the crucial role nature and clean technologies must play in ensuring a sustainable recovery from the war.
The message to the G7 leaders from the Stand With Ukraine Campaign
The G7 leaders must commit their political and economic powers into curbing global fossil fuel usage and bending the climate change trajectory.
Ukrainian NGOs’ appeal to Japanese companies: stop importing ALL Russian fossil fuels
We urge Japanese companies to recognize that fossil fuels in general are prone to geopolitical conflicts and price volatility.
Russian actions jeopardize Ukrainian and global climate efforts
Climate change and the war against Ukraine have a direct link to dependence on fossil fuels.
Civil society calls for efficient actions to stop Russian aggression in Ukraine
The production and export of hydrocarbons continue to finance Russia’s war against Ukraine and the killing of Ukrainian people and children.
Russia earned record fossil fuel revenues in the first 100 days of war, despite drop in export volumes
The EU imported 61% of this, worth approximately 57 billion EUR.
Ecoaction call on to exclude russia from the Food and Agriculture Organization
We call on the FAO to take into deeper consideration the naval blockade in the Black Sea, initiated by the Russian Federation.
No double gift for Putin!
Ukrainian and German environmental organizations warn: inclusion of fossil gas and nuclear power in EU taxonomy would be a even greater energy dependence on Russia.
European Parliament shall stop nuclear and gas in EU Taxonomy
GLOBAL 2000 and Ecoaction protest against Rosatom in front of the headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency IAEA in Vienna.
Implications of the Russian military attack on Ukrainian nuclear facilities
During the night of 4 March 2022, buildings at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine were shelled by Russian tanks.
Planning for a green recovery
Ukrainian environmental movement started to plan how sustainabilty can be integrated in the rebuilding of their country.
Open letter to European Commission on strategic Reconstruction Plan for Rebuilding Ukraine
We would like to bring to your attention some aspects of the RebuildUkraine decision-making architecture and financial instruments and to suggest a few practical steps.
Concerns Over the USA’s Role in Nuclear Energy Prospects in Ukraine’s Post-War Green Recovery
Letter of Energy Transition Coalition on behalf of Ukrainian NGOs Ecoaction and others.
Statement of Ukrainian CSOs on 100 days of War in Ukraine and Fossil Fuel Embargo
Although the war started in 2014 with annexation of Crimea a new bloody chapter engulfed the whole country.
Small farmers are the backbone of food security during the war – and must continue to be supported in times of peace
Food systems are also about the quality of the food itself, the quality of the environment, and the quality of life.
Take back the land from the invaders, not from Mother Nature!
There is a large area of agricultural land in Ukraine that “works” in favor of the invaders.
Being on the right side of history means more than immediate profit – we call to stop imports of russian oil and gas
National governments of EU member states and individual companies continue to purchase russian fossil fuels.
Ecoaction’s Principles of the Green Post-war Reconstruction of Ukraine
Even though the war still rages on, the country’s reconstruction should be already planned.
The EBRD’s response to the war in Ukraine
Russia’s war in Ukraine has brought horror and destruction to the country, and has had a tremendous impact on the EBRD regions of operations.
What can the EBRD do to help restore hope for Green Cities in Ukraine?
Once Ukraine’s greatest hope for green development, the country’s cities have been fighting for survival since the Russian invasion began on 24 February.
Food security for all
The war in Ukraine, started by Russia, will have considerable global consequences on food shortages.
Green Reconstruction of Ukraine: Position of Civil Society
Civil society organizations developed principles on which the renovation of Ukraine should be based.
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Potential environmental impacts caused by russian aggression in Ukraine [Interactive map]
Ecoaction has been monitoring cases of potential negative environmental damage following the start of russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine.
Whole world must unite against fossil fuels, dictators & wars – Ukrainian NGO
Unlimited extraction and burning of fossil fuels poses a dare threat to humanity due to climate change.
Since the start of the invasion in Ukraine, the world has funded Putin’s war with €63 billion
Coal and gas exports are rising and oil is falling.
Ecoaction’s activists called on Austrian government to support the EU ban on russian oil
Activists in Kyiv and Vienna addressed the Austrian Federal Government to stop blocking the EU oil embargo against russia.
36 years after Chornobyl accident Ukraine faces new unprecedented threats
What should be the international response to russia’s nuclear terrorism?
For the First Time in 2021: Ecoaction Experiments in Its Fifth Year
We did try many new things during our fifth year, while the world around us also evolved and developed, in particular, due to our efforts.
Despite war: stories of five Ukrainian activists who are now protecting Ukraine’s environment
Inspiring stories of Ukrainian ecoactivists.
Fossil Fuel embargo for freedom and the environment
Activists sought out a large poster near the German consulate in Lviv, demanding an immediate embargo on fossil fuel trade with Russia.
How activists urge Finland to ban russian fossil fuels
Activists have been blocking freight trains carrying russian coal to Finnland.
Ecoaction’s campaigner took over the Twitter account of a member of the German leading party
Michael Roth handed his Twitter account to Kostiantyn Krynytskyi.
Day 47 of full-scale war: almost 150 environmental crimes were recorded
Most of these crimes took place in Kyiv, Slobozhanshchyna region, Donetska oblast, and Southern Ukraine.
The Adaptation Fund board member supported Ukraine
We need to continue to unravel the ties that exist between Ukraine and the rest of the world.
We very much hope for the world support that will be with us until the end of the war
Ecoaction’s experts do their best to defend the interests of Ukraine and the environment on the world stage.
Ecoaction contributed to a land investigation by Serbian researchers
The topic of land relations is uncovered from a new angle, making it more transparent.
Lithuania completely cuts off russian gas imports
It is the first EU country to have cut off relations in the energy sector with the aggressor.
Ecoaction’s experts claim it is necessary to break up toxic relations of the world with russian fossil fuels
The Ecoaction’s team continues its work with foreign media, revealing information about our country.
Ukrainian CSO statement to world leaders: Implement Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty
Implement Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty to stop fossil fuel addiction behind Putin’s war machine.
We can’t keep on waiting for the reaction of the EU – Poland bans russian coal
Polish government decided to adopt legislation that will allow a ban of russian coal.
Nature and war: how russian invasion destroys Ukrainian wildlife
russian invasion of Ukraine has been ruining people’s lives and civil infrastructure. But it also impacts Ukrainian wildlife.
German politician handed to Ecoaction his Twitter account for a week
Tweets about the situation in Ukraine appear on daily basis on the Twitter account of Yannick Haan.
Crimes against the environment after one month of Russia’s war against Ukraine
Many environmental crimes caused by russian aggression during the first month of the large-scale war.
Ukrainian NGOs raise alarm over shocking environmental crimes caused by Russian aggression
Experts and activists provided the first analysis of the war crimes against the environment in Ukraine.
We are losing our home: experts of NGO Ecoaction about impact of the war to the nature
Ecoaction has focused on informing the international society about the war in Ukraine.
Almost a third part of Ukrainian crops could be abandoned or inaccessible
The zone of risk farming is approximately 34% of the total land area of Ukraine.
Open letter on Russian nuclear industry and Rosatom
It is crystal clear that russia is using its nuclear company as one of the tools in the ongoing war
Climate: Ukraine’s hope for a green city lost amid devastated Mariupol’s rubble
They’re destroying not only people and infrastructure, they also destroy nature.
Silence Can Be Explosive: Five Experts Urge Governments to Halt Russian Nuclear Terrorism Now
Ukrainian NGOs demand international recognition of Russian military actions as the first ever case of nuclear terrorism.
10 steps to knock down the putinist regime in energy sector
Now the complicated decisions are needed to effectively ban Russia from further use of energy as a weapon.
The Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant without electricity: why even closed NPP poses a danger to a world
As the temperature of nuclear fuel rises, radioactive substances will be released into the environment.
Ban of russian fossil fuels may become the last step to defeat russia
Unprecedented sanctions against the aggressor are followed by ban of fossil fuels.
Russian invasion in Ukraine could threaten global food security and starve hundreds of millions globally
Due to expected substantial yield shortfalls, exports from Ukraine are highly unlikely in the coming marketing year.
The reasons Russia wants to occupy NPPs, and how the world can prevent it
The war is raging for nuclear power plants, and it is the first in history precedent of nuclear terrorism.
The speech of climatologist Svitlana Krakovska on 55th IPCC session
Representative of the Ukrainian delegation of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change addressed the participants of the 55th session.
Ukrainian activists lead global demand to end fossil fuel addiction feeding Putin’s war machine
More than 450 organizations call on world governments to reject and ban importation of Russian oil and gas.
Call for action from Ukraine
What needs to be done for Russian troops to leave Ukraine immediately?
The war in Ukraine and implications for international energy security – press briefing
Russia started a massive military invasion of Ukraine, leading to humanitarian, environmental, and potentially nuclear catastrophe in the center of Europe.
On nuclear power plants in war zone in Ukraine
Ecoaction`s statement on nuclear safety amidst the full-scale russian attack on Ukraine
We ask to connect Ukrainian power system to ENTSO-E as soon as possible
Ukrainian NGOs urge an integration to ENTSO-E in view of the war with Russia
Ecoaction statement on Russian-Ukrainian war
We are grateful for all the support we feel from our international friend and partners.
Ecoaction and other Ukrainian NGOs elaborated Joint Position on Irrigation in Ukraine
Organizations overviewed the problem and argued why intensive irrigation is not a solution to water scarcity.
Climate March 2021 held: What’s next?
People marched at this year’s Climate March to demand funding for environmental activities from the authorities.
The Ministry of Energy has spoken in the words of climate activists
Ukraine, phase out coal by 2035, the Ministry of Energy said today.
Ukrainian government wobbles on the coal phase-out date
2035 is not the final coal phase-out date for the Ukrainian state-owned power plants, as was previously announced.
Communities exposed to dirty water: Myth or reality?
There’s a lack of systematic supervision of both the condition and quality of ground and surface water in the rural areas.
Ukraine sets a double date to phase out coal in power generation
The decision is unprecedented and should help Ukraine to get rid of some of the most polluting coal power facilities in Europe.
Ukraine has the second largest area globally of land controlled by foreign investors
According to an analytical report based on data on land acquisitions around the world.
High forum on the just transition of coal regions: a clear plan and cooperation are necessary
Ukraine declares a course for just transition.
The government has supported a just transition of coal regions by 2030. What does it mean and what’s next?
The government approved the Concept of the State Target Program for the Just Transition of Coal Regions until 2030.
Ecoaction’s statement on the potential development of nuclear energy
Ecoaction supports the inclusion of energy security and climate in the joint statement of Ukraine and the United States on strategic partnership.
Emissions of toxic substances from Ukrainian coal power plants in 2019 likely have killed 1315 people in the EU and twice as much in Ukraine – new study
Toxic emissions from Ukrainian coal-fired power plants are likely to have killed 2,690 people.
The first-ever “Coal Camp” for activists of Donetsk and Luhansk regions took place in Ukraine
The first Ukrainian “Coal Camp” for activists of Donetsk and Lugansk regions took place from 12 to 15 August 2021 in the city of Sviatohirsk, Donetsk region.
3 projects that will help transform coal mining regions
During the hackathon, we got acquainted with 13 inspiring local initiatives from Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
Ecoaction’s position on the synchronization of Ukraine’s energy system with ENTSO-E
Ecoaction supports the connection of Ukraine’s energy system to the European network of electricity transmission system operators ENTSO-E.
Study: Coal Phase-Out Is Technically Possible and Can Bring Economic Benefits
This can lead to lower budget expenditures and increased tax revenues, job creation and GDP growth.
What environmental challenges did Ukrainian coal towns talk about at the Annual Meeting of the Initiative for coal regions in transition in the Western Balkans and Ukraine
As of 2021 there are 9 towns in the Platform.
Cooperation of coal regions and local development – the main takeaways from the mining towns’ visit to Lviv region
The trip’s main objective was the exchange of best practices of local development etc.
Why is the need to tackle the industrial emissions problem in Ukraine so urgent?
According to the center’s experts estimate, in 2018 Ukraine lost 5.8% of GDP due to morbidity and mortality caused by toxic air pollution.
What the Ukrainian energy and industry climate ambition should be
What is required explicitly of the Ukrainian government to successfully combat climate change and adapt to it to prevent the situation from becoming critical?
Ukrainian coal-fired power plants are outranking the dirtiest power plants in Europe
Burshtyn TPP is the dirtiest power plant in Europe, and Ukraine emits more toxic dust containing heavy metals than all EU countries.
Ecoaction position concerning the Draft “On the Approval of Ukraine’s Second Nationally Determined Contribution to the Paris Agreement”
We expect to integrate of the proposed recommendations and affirmation of the greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 65% of the 1990 level as soon as possible.
Ukraine must say “No” to new Chornobyl – activists
On the 35th anniversary of Chornobyl nuclear disaster Ukrainian activists from Ecoaction protested against the renewal of construction of two units of Khmelnytskiy Nuclear Power Plant.
What We Did in Our Fourth Year
On March 13, our organization turned four years old. During that year, we grew significantly.
Livestock complex for growing minks in Shulhivka village pollutes the water, simulation reveals
The livestock complex pollutes and will continue to pollute surface and groundwater in Shulhivka village in the Dnipropetrovsk region of Ukraine.
More than 40% of all agricultural land in Ukraine may lose fertility, according to research
The concentration of large tracts of Ukrainian land in the hands of a select few has led to a deterioration of soil and environmental degradation.
Barn burned down, burn and state budget or how much did the fight against the effects of climate change cost Ukraine’s state budget in 2020
Environmental problems are not only causing a headache for activists, but are also an additional financial burden on the state budget.
Climate change may prevent Ukraine from becoming an agricultural superpower
Remarkable climate data of this nature no longer has the power to shock as the reality of climate change becomes increasingly difficult to ignore.
Ecoaction’s Position on the Use of Hydrogen
Ecoaction supports the EU-Ukraine cooperation within the framework of the European Green Deal initiative. We believe that hydrogen has a role to play in these processes.
Representatives of coal mining towns will now be able to influence the transformation of coal regions
Representatives of the Platform for Sustainable Development of Coal Towns became official members of the Coordination Center for Transformation.
Give women a voice to build better cities
New infographics on green cities and gender explain the importance of women’s participation in sustainable urban infrastructure development.
Open letter to the European Commission on “Green Deal” option for Ukraine
We are convinced that this is the right initiative at the right time, as a low-carbon-development path in line with the EGD will not only define Ukraine’s climate mitigation policy.
Economy and environment: to save one without destroying the other
Coronavirus crisis has changed the world in many fields with the world economy becoming one of its victims. However, there’s room for worse.
Ecoaction’s position on the launch of the German-Ukrainian energy partnership
Today in Berlin, the head of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine and the head of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy signed a joint statement on the launch of the German-Ukrainian energy partnership.
Green recovery in post-Soviet countries
The pandemic revealed that many countries are unprepared for the crisis and are vulnerable to global problems. One such problem is climate change.
Coal mining towns will create a joint transformation strategy
Seven coal mining towns of Donetsk region will develop a joint transformation strategy.
Fight every crisis. How to recover from the pandemic and prevent climate crises
2020 was supposed to be a very important year for climate action. This year, countries are required to submit their revised Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the Paris Agreement.
Plus one: Toretsk joins the Platform for Sustainable Development of Coal Towns
This March a new member, the city of Toretsk, has joined the Platform for Sustainable Development.
Economic diversification, international support and cooperation. Main points from the meeting on the development of Donbas coal towns
The participants of the meeting analyzed the strengths of the Platform’s towns.
We are three years old! How have we reached this age?
Third-Year Performance Report by Center for Environmental Initiatives Ecoaction
“People are our main priority”. Zelenskyi says Ukrainian coal regions need a just transition
Just transition of coal mining towns must become a state policy.
Ecoaction board member talks about the issue of climate protection within Ukrainian society (Interview)
Renewables must not be a business for few only!
Ukraine will phase-out coal by 2050, but nuclear is still there. Ministry presented a new Concept
Ukraine will focus on energy efficiency, development of renewable energy sources, electric vehicles.
6 Donetsk region coal mining towns signed European Declaration on Just Transition
In late December 2019 mayors of 6 coal mining towns signed the Declaration of Mayors on Just Transition.
Ecoaction has presented a study on transformation of Ukrainian coal mining regions in the European Commission
Independent experts have compiled a list of specific recommendations on how to manage coal mines’ shutdowns.
An international platform for the transformation of coal regions will be established for Ukraine and the Western Balkans
Establishing of a dedicated “Coal” Platform for the Western Balkans and Ukraine was announced.
2000 people, 21 cities, 6 demands, and one planet: How the ukrainians joined the climate march
More than 2 thousands people came together in Kyiv for one purpose: to demand from the authority real action to fight climate change.
Communities support position
CEE Bankwatch Network is looking for candidates to fill the full time position of Communities support specialist.
How to ensure sustainable development of Ukrainian coal regions after unprofitable coal mines are shut down – international study
Independent experts from four European countries prepared an analytical study.
Coal mining towns of Ukraine’s Donetsk region establish a Platform for Sustainable Development
Representatives of the coal mining towns of Donetsk region signed a Memorandum of Partnership
Ecoaction is two years old: work done and achievements made
Now, we are ready to share our highlights and impressions for the year.
“There is no Planet B” – Ukrainian youth organised a climate strike
On 15th March near the Ministry of Energy and Coal Industry of Ukraine (Kyiv) an action of the youth took place There is no Planet B!
The Land Question: land concentration and the agricultural land moratorium in Ukraine
This article considers how the ‘land question’ has developed over the past three decades, where we stand today, and what we can expect in the future.
Water is coming: Ecoaction presented a study on impact of sea level rise on coastal areas of Ukraine due to climate change
Ecoaction experts together with scientists presented results of the research “Impact of Sea Level Rise on Coastal Areas due to Climate Change”.
Ecoaction Executive Director Iryna Stavchuk addressing Parliamentary Hearings on climate change
Dear Parliament’s Members and guests,
Recent publications
Priority just transition projects of coal communities in Volyn Oblast
The Volyn Oblast of Ukraine is actively implementing a just transition in its coal communities.
Roadmap for the Sustainable Recovery of Ukraine
The Roadmap proposes solutions to address challenges along with specific steps for each sector.
Energy communities as a tool for developing decentralised generation and resilience of the Ukrainian energy system
The document offers concrete recommendations for improving national legislation, introducing a flexible legal model for energy communities.
Developing energy communities in Ukraine: An opportunity for a resilient energy system, a just transition and a cohesive society
Ukraine has a unique opportunity to shift toward a new model of sustainable development.
Climate damage caused by russia’s war in Ukraine: 24 February 2022 – 23 February 2025
The fifth interim assessment of GHG emissions attributable to 36 months of the full-scale war.
Analytical Paper on the Financial Feasibility of New Nuclear Reactors in Ukraine
The paper provides an objective analysis of the financial challenges related to new nuclear projects in Ukraine.