The CCB network is growing

CCB • April 24, 2024

Despite the challenges in the region, we continue the work for the protection and restoration of the Baltic Sea and its natural resources, and we are glad to share the news that we accepted two new Member Organizations and one Observer in the CCB network.


During the last CCB Annual Conference and General Meeting held in April in Riga, indeed, we welcomed:

  • As a Member –  "Nierusz Natura" Foundation (Poland)


The Foundation, based in Poland in 2023, will continue the activities of the ecological and local history public association "Nerush," which operated in Belarus from 1997 to 2022.

The aim of the foundation is to support comprehensive, sustainable social, ecological, and economic development, in particular by:

 

o  Establishing high-quality public policies.

o  Observing human rights, especially in the countries of the former USSR.

o  Developing international cooperation, especially with the countries of the former USSR, with particular emphasis on the Republic of Belarus.

o  Combating poverty and social exclusion.

o  Improving the quality and increasing access to education for all social groups.

o  Safe, orderly, and legal migration, respecting human dignity, freedom, equality, as well as respecting human rights, especially in the context of migration undertaken by citizens of the former USSR.

o  Combating human trafficking and modern slavery.

o  Preserving the natural environment in an optimal state, enabling the preservation of biodiversity.

o  Combating the negative aspects of climate change and developing international cooperation in this area.


More info: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nierusz-natura-foundation/about/

  • As a Member  Chemical Safety Agency (Ukraine)

 

The Ukrainian Non-Governmental Organization “Chemical Safety Agency” (CSA), established in 2019, works to achieving Chemical Safety Goals in the creation of toxic-free living environment for our children and future generation. In particular, by:

 

o  Developing and implementing campaigns and projects that lead to the improvement of the environment, public health and public awareness of the most crucial chemical safety issues;

o  Capacity building and exchange of experience with all stakeholders, including thematic nongovernmental organizations;

o  Providing strategic input, analysis and advice to stakeholders to accelerate positive change in chemical safety and strengthen global and national chemicals and waste policies for a toxics-free future.


More info: https://www.facebook.com/ChemSafety.Ukraine

  • As an Observer - Center for Environmental Initiatives (Latvia)

The organization, established in 2006, operates in various fields such as urban and rural development and encouraging society to be civically active, in particular by:
 

o  Promoting environmental health and waste reduction;

o  Advocating for green cities, waste segregation, and engagement in environmental policies;

o  Providing environmental education and promoting eco-friendly, active, and healthy lifestyle;

o  Advocating for the sustainable utilization of natural resources.


More info: https://www.videsnvo.lv/


"We are really happy to welcome 2 new member organizations from Poland and Ukraine, and one new observer from Latvia to our network! CCB has always been a member-driven public force, and of course, more members mean more energy and wisdom within the network, more “hands” on the ground, and network’s stronger voice on policy forums. It is good to see that new organizations bring different expertise in various fields important for CCB. We remain committed to continue our work for protection of the Baltic Sea with all of our members and observers." - commented Eugeniy Lobanov, CCB Co-Chair on behalf of the CCB Council and network.




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More info:

https://www.ccb.se/member-organizations

By CCB October 3, 2025
3 October 2025 - Coalition Clean Baltic, together with its Member Organization BUND - Friends of the Earth Germany and the citizens’ initiative “ Lebensraum Vorpommern ”, have launched a petition to stop new oil and gas drilling projects in the Baltic Sea . The petition comes in response to plans to exploit a deposit just 6 km offshore Świnoujście , Poland, in the transboundary waters of the Oder Estuary and Pomeranian Bay. The planned site lies at the heart of NATURA 2000 protected areas , which are vital for biodiversity, climate action, and local communities. Oil and gas extraction in the Baltic Sea poses severe threats to its fragile ecosystems. Industrial activities such as drilling, pipeline construction, and ship traffic risk polluting the water with chemicals, oil leaks, and toxic waste. Underwater noise from pile driving and increased traffic would further degrade marine habitats. These pressures add to the already critical challenges faced by the Baltic Sea, including biodiversity loss, eutrophication, and the accelerating impacts of climate change. The consequences extend far beyond nature. Local communities rely on a clean and healthy Baltic for tourism, fishing, and quality of life. Expanding fossil fuel infrastructure would also undermine Europe’s climate commitments and lock in carbon emissions for decades to come. The petition calls on the Ministry of Climate and Environment of Poland, the Helsinki Commission (HELCOM), the European Commission, and the Secretariat of the Espoo Convention to : Stop the plans for oil and gas extraction in the Oder Estuary and the Pomeranian Bay; Ban any new oil and gas extraction across the Baltic Sea; Ensure strong cross-border cooperation and communication amongst all involved states. The petition is open through the WeMove Europe´s platform and can be signed here .
By CCB October 1, 2025
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