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Piedmont mountain population demands its rights
In Turin/I on 22 February representatives of civilian society from the mountain regions of the Piedmont presented their signed Piemonte Alpine Treaty. The document is the result of intensive debate and discussions, and denounces the political, economic and cultural discrimination of the Piedmont mountain regions compared with the power centres in the pre-Alps and cities.
Two new publications on the subject of climate change
The Mountain Research Initiative has published two new English publications on the subject of climate change.
Sustainable Winter Olympics in Turin?
Back when Turin was running as a candidate to host the Winter Olympics, Piedmont representatives of environmental associations criticised the candidature for its lack of environment-related issues.
Cesana Torinese/I: first community with environment and ethics certification
The Italian mountain community of Cesana Torinese, near Sestriere, has received an award for its efforts aimed at improving the quality of life of its citizens. The community's ethics programme, which it developed specially, has been certified in accordance with the guidelines of international standard SA 8000 (Social Accountability).

Events

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  • Aosta
May 28, 2026 - May 30, 2026
ForumAlpinum 2026 Aosta
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  • Bled, Slovenia
Jun 04, 2026 - Jun 05, 2026
Reuse, Innovation and Green Jobs Bled, Slovenia
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Jun 10, 2026
Webinar: The journey of water online
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  • Plantahof, Landquart (Switzerland)
Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 17, 2026
Mountain Grassland and Livestock Joint Conference Plantahof, Landquart (Switzerland)
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Jun 17, 2026
Leaving Home, Staying Connected: The Future of Alpine Living online

Projects

Re.sources
Re.sources
[Project completed] Water, soil, bees, ideas, motivation, time: the Alps contain a wide range of resources. A large part of the natural capital is under threat, while the social potential for more sustainable solutions still slumbers in many places. What are my resources and what are yours? Which ones are in danger and which ones are our lives dependent on? What resources does it take to make a change towards sustainable development in the Alps?
AMIGO - Active Commuter Mobility
AMIGO - Active Commuter Mobility
[Project completed] Reducing cross-border car traffic and focusing more on active mobility: these are the aims of the Interreg project "Amigo".
YOUTH.SHAPING.EUSALP
YOUTH.SHAPING.EUSALP
[Project completed] To have a say in Alpine policy, to bring in own topics, to exchange ideas with EU politicians: The "Youth.shaping.EUSALP" project makes young people’s and young adults’ voices heard and develops a concrete strategy for the commitment of the youth within the EUSALP. © CIPRA International