Mobility & Transport — Apr 21, 2026
Michael Gams, CIPRA International

Legal dispute over Alpine transit: environmental organisations fear a domino effect

On 21 April 2026, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) in Luxembourg heard Italy’s transit case against Austria. It must decide which takes precedence: the free movement of goods, or the protection of people and the environment. In an open letter, 67 environmental organisations are calling for the transit restrictions and air quality measures on the Brenner route to be maintained.

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Act now to protect forests: sign the #HandsOffNature petition!
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Tourism & Leisure — Mar 17, 2026
Michael Gams, CIPRA International
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Michael Gams, CIPRA International
Winter Olympics on shaky ground
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Tourism & Leisure — Feb 04, 2026
Vanda Bonardo, CIPRA Italy
Point of view: Winter Games need to face reality
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Projects and activities

Alpine Changemaker Network
People — Mar 04, 2026
CIPRA International
Alpine Changemaker Network
How can we advance eco-social transformation in the Alpine region? The Alpine Changemaker Network project combines Alpine traditions, as reflected in contemporary art, culture and design, with current approaches to overcoming global crises.
Yoalin (Youth Alpine Interrail)
People — Jan 01, 2025
CIPRA International
Yoalin (Youth Alpine Interrail)
Since 2018, 100 to 150 people aged between 18 and 27 were invited to apply for a Yoalin ticket every year. Equipped with an Interrail Global Pass, they are able to discover the Alps in a climate-friendly way using public transport. They also become part of the active community, which is constantly growing.
Alpine Climate Action
Climate — Dec 06, 2021
CIPRA International
Alpine Climate Action
[Project completed] From classic forms of political participation to creative methods of non-violent civil resistance: in four online workshops, young adults learn about a range of political engagement – and how they can use it to campaign for climate protection.

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