Call for Experts: Czech Expertise on Demand
Are you an experienced professional ready to share your expertise internationally and contribute to sustainable development? Czech Expertise on Demand (EoD), implemented by the Czech-UNDP Partnership for SDGs, with the financial support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, connects highly qualified experts with countries seeking specialized knowledge to advance the Sustainable […]
Growing Seed Libraries: From Community Exchange to Resilient Food Systems
Across Eastern Europe and the South Caucasus, growing pressures on food systems—ranging from biodiversity loss to climate stress—are renewing interest in locally adapted seeds and community-based solutions. Seed libraries, which enable people to freely exchange, grow, and return seeds, offer a simple yet powerful response. Two Czech Challenge Fund projects implemented between 2022 and 2024 […]
Video from the Field: Testing Hydrogel Innovation with Women Farmers in Mukuni Village
Recent field workshops in Mukuni Village marked an important new phase of the Challenge Fund project “Women Scientist to Women Farmers: Hydrogel Innovation for Green Future”, moving research and innovation firmly into practice. The activities brought together women from the Booma Women Cooperative and community members for hands-on training focused on climate-smart tree planting in […]
When Rain Becomes a Resource: Securing Water for Rural Kindergartens in Moldova
In rural Moldova, limited access to reliable water continues to affect daily life, particularly in educational institutions where sanitation is essential for children’s health and safety. In Bilicenii Vechi Village, a pilot initiative is transforming rainwater into a sustainable resource, demonstrating how practical and climate-resilient solutions can strengthen communities facing chronic water shortages. The project […]
Accelerating Green Industry in Bosnia and Herzegovina
As Bosnia and Herzegovina’s industries face growing pressure to comply with the European Union’s sustainability and climate regulations, particularly the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), new pathways are needed to help companies adapt while remaining competitive. The Green Industry Innovation Accelerator (GIIA) responds to this challenge by connecting industrial needs with local innovation, supporting the […]
From Waste to Value: Advancing Circular Solutions in Zenica
In the industrial city of Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina, a pressing environmental challenge is being transformed into an opportunity for sustainable development. The project From Landfill to Power: Zenica’s Waste to Energy Pathway, implemented by Damaris Solutions, in partnership with Privredno društvo „Regionalna deponija Mošćanica“ d.o.o. Zenica, is introducing innovative waste-to-energy (WtE) solutions that lay […]
Czech Challenge Fund 2025: Call for Applications Now Closed
The call for applications to the Czech Challenge Fund 2025 is now closed. This year’s round received a substantial number of proposals for projects to be implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ethiopia, Cambodia, Georgia, Moldova, and Zambia. We appreciate the strong interest from applicants. The evaluation process will take place over the coming months, and […]
Empowering Communities and Conserving Forests: Sustainable Frankincense Harvesting in Tigray, Ethiopia
In the dry woodlands of Ethiopia’s Tigray region, an ancient resource is getting a modern upgrade. A collaborative project between Czech and Ethiopian universities is empowering local communities with innovative techniques to produce high-value essential oils from frankincense resin, fostering economic resilience and promoting the sustainable conservation of precious forests. The project, “Transfer of hydrodistillation […]
Moldova Advances Agricultural Innovation With Cutting-Edge Genomic Techniques
In Moldova’s research laboratories, science is paving the way for a more resilient agricultural future. A collaborative project between Czech and Moldovan scientists is equipping local researchers with advanced genomic tools to strengthen crop resistance, address climate-related challenges, and safeguard food security. The project, “Introduction and application of new genomic techniques in agricultural sector to […]
Georgia Cultivates Green Classrooms to Nurture Soil Health and Sustainability
In schoolyards across Georgia, from Tbilisi to Kvemo Chala, students are getting their hands dirty for a greener future. An innovative education initiative is shifting the focus to a resource we often overlook: the soil beneath our feet. By transforming school grounds into vibrant, hands-on learning hubs, the project is sowing the seeds of environmental […]