About the region Geography: Valais is a major Alpine valley in southern Switzerland, home to the Matterhorn and large glaciers. As Switzerland’s third-largest canton and a vital water source for the Rhône, Rhine and Danube, it is at the forefront of climate adaptation. Rising temperatures are causing permafrost thaw, soil instability and severe droughts that… Continue reading Valais, Switzerland
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Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Gabrovo is located on the terraces of five rivers at the foot of the Balkan Mountain in the North Central Region of Bulgaria. Bulgaria is connected to the Alps through the Balkan Mountain range. The range runs for around 560 km across Bulgaria, forming a natural barrier between the northern and southern parts of the… Continue reading Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Râu Sadului, Romania
About the Region: Geography: Râu Sadului is a communie in Sibiu County, encompassing a portion of the Cindrel Mountains. This mountain range is a subgroup of the Southern Carpathians, located in central Romania. Key Sectors: Traditional mountain agriculture, pastoralism, and emerging agrotourism. Role: Demonstrator Region Climate change is evident in the mountainous region, leading to… Continue reading Râu Sadului, Romania
Piemonte, Italy
Strengthening irrigation governance and digital water management to build climate resilience in Piedmont’s agricultural systems. About the Region Geography: Piedmont is located in north-western Italy, bordered by the Alps and characterised by extensive plains and river systems, including the Po River basin. Its territory ranges from alpine environments to highly productive agricultural lowlands. Key Sectors:… Continue reading Piemonte, Italy
Tirol, Austria
About the region Geography: Tirol is an Alpine region in the Eastern Alps, in western Austria, known for its high peaks and ski resorts. Key sectors: Services, manufacturing, SMEs, agriculture and pasture farming, and tourism Role: Demonstrator region Dominated by steep mountains, Tirol has only 12% of its area suitable for permanent settlement, making parts… Continue reading Tirol, Austria
Lapland, Finland
“Renewing Arctic tourism for a resilient and regenerative year-round economy” About the Region: Geography: The northernmost region of Finland characterised by vast subarctic wilderness. Lapland is the northernmost part of Finland and the EU. The region is sparsely populated, with long distances, a challenging climate, ample natural resources, and the world’s cleanest air in inhabited… Continue reading Lapland, Finland
