| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: DG Communication |
|---|---|
| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | IP/08/779 (22.05.08) |
| Publication Date | 22/05/2008 |
| Content Type | News |
|
The European Commission launched a new annual European Green Capital Award, to be given each year to a city that is leading the way with environmentally friendly urban living. The launch event was held on 22 May 2008 at the Committee of the Regions in Brussels, where Commissioner Dimas signed a Declaration establishing the award scheme together with Paddy Bourke, the Lord Mayor of Dublin and President of the Union of Capital Cities of the European Union. Cities may then apply via an online application form to be selected as the European Green Capital for 2010 and 2011. Any European city with a population of more than 200,000 can apply, and a jury will select the winning cities for 2010 and 2011 later on this year. The award is intended to help European cities become more attractive and healthy places – 'fit for life. The launch of the award also coincided with World Biodiversity Day. |
|
| Source Link | Link to Main Source http://europa.eu/rapid/pressReleasesAction.do?reference=IP/08/779&format=HTML&aged=0&language=EN&guiLanguage=en |
| Related Links |
|
| Subject Categories | Geography |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
