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Fire at the Mochary Solid Waste Landfill: Environmental Risks and the Need for a Systemic Waste Management Approach in the Carpathian Region

At the beginning of May 2026, a large fire broke out at the solid household waste landfill near the Mochary area in the Starobohorodchany community of Ivano-Frankivsk Region. The incident attracted the attention of local residents, […]

The Future of the Carpathians: How a New Environmental Strategy Is Transforming the Region

The Youth Public Environmental Organization “Our Home – Manyava” has finalized the development of the Carpathian Resilience Initiative strategy. The initiative aims […]

Small Rivers in Ukraine Under Threat Due to Climate Change and Human Activities

In Ukraine, the problem of the shallowing and disappearance of small rivers is becoming increasingly acute. These rivers are an important part of natural ecosystems and a key source of water for local communities. Among the main causes are […]

Environmental Tax Revenues in Ukraine Exceed UAH 1.5 Billion for Environmental Protection

In 2026, Ukrainian enterprises paid more than UAH 1.5 billion in environmental taxes, 6.8% higher than the previous year. The Ivano-Frankivsk region is also among […

Launch of the Small Rivers Monitoring Project

Our organization has launched the project “Monitoring of Small Rivers in the Ivano-Frankivsk Region”, aimed at enhancing environmental awareness and improving access to information on the condition of water resources in the region. […]

Project Successfully Completed: Medical Equipment Supplied to Save Newborn Lives

The NGO “Our Home – Manyava”, in partnership with the Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Perinatal Center, has successfully completed a project to supply modern medical equipment. The initiative

Premiere of the Synyohora National Nature Park Promotional Video

The Frankfurt Zoological Society in Ukraine (FZS Ukraine), in collaboration with the Synyohora National Nature Park, is pleased to present a new promotional video showcasing the unique natural and historical heritage of the Gorgany mountain range.

Students of Manyava Lyceum immersed themselves in the world of STEM and energy efficiency at the ecological library!

To mark the International Day of Energy Saving, our ecological library became a hub for a true scientific mission. The students of Grade 8-A from Manyava Lyceum, led by teacher Nataliia Monastyretska […]

Ukrainian Trees Compete for “European Tree of the Year” – Featuring the Unique Beech of the Twelve Months

The NGO “Ecosphere” has identified 19 contenders for the national selection to participate in the international competition “European Tree of the Year.” Everyone is invited to take part in the voting, but only unique votes will be counted to ensure a fair process […]

Students of Carpathian University are among the winners of the Move On grant program from Youth Empowerment Program Ukraine!

Vasyl Stefanyk Carpathian National University is actively involved in social initiatives aimed at sustainable development, environmental education, and supporting youth leadership […]