The European Commission has announced the allocation of more than €390 million to finance 135 new projects aimed at protecting the environment and combating climate change. The decision was made in Brussels on 19 October 2026 as part of the LIFE programme — a key EU financial instrument that has long supported nature conservation initiatives and climate adaptation projects. The financed projects span various EU member states and cover a wide range of areas: from biodiversity conservation and protection of natural ecosystems to the implementation of technologies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving energy efficiency. The LIFE programme traditionally supports both large-scale infrastructure initiatives and local projects implemented by municipalities, scientific organizations, and non-governmental associations. The European Commission emphasizes that such investments align with the EU's overall strategy to achieve climate neutrality and fulfill commitments enshrined in the European Green Deal. The allocated funds are intended to accelerate the transition to sustainable development and help participating countries adapt to the consequences of climate change, including extreme weather events and natural resource degradation. It is expected that the implementation of new projects will create additional jobs in the green technology sector and serve as an example for further expansion of international cooperation in the field of environmental protection. The LIFE programme remains one of the main mechanisms through which the EU finances practical steps to protect the environment at the level of individual states and regions.