Introductory European Green Capitals
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Introductory European Green Capitals
The inauguration of the European Green Capital Award took place at the premises of the Committee of the Regions in Brussels. During the launch event, Commissioner Dimas signed a Declaration establishing the award scheme together with Mr Paddy Bourke, Lord Mayor of Dublin and President of the Union of Capital Cities of the European Union, and Mr Gino Van Begin, Regional Director for Europe of ICLEI. Also present was Mr Jüri Ratas, former Mayor of Tallinn and current Vice-President of the Estonian Parliament, who laid the ground for the award in May 2006, along with other Mayors.
European Commission | February 19, 2009
Introductory European Green Capitals
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