Project

Basic Data:

Acronym: STOP FIRES

Project Title: StrengThening Organizations in the Protection against FIRES

Project ID: HUSRB/23R/11/086

Total Project budget: EUR 1 635 275.68

EU contribution (IPA): EUR 1 389 984.32

Start Date: 01 July 2024

End Date: 30 June 2026

Lead Partner: PE "Vojvodinašume", Petrovaradin (RS)

Other Partners:

P1: KEFAG Kiskunsagi Forestry and Wood Industry Plc. (HU)

P2: Fund for European Affairs and Development of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina (RS)

P3: Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Serbia, Sector for Emergency Management (RS)

Contact:

Email: btubic@vojvodinasume.rs

Project Description:

Climate change presents a significant challenge, increasing the risk of wildfires across Europe. In light of these threats, our project will rely on cross-border cooperation, as natural disasters do not recognize borders. By utilizing and developing human and infrastructural resources on both sides of the border, we will ensure more effective emergency interventions. STOP FIRES will contribute to environmental conservation and enhance the preparedness of communities to face natural disasters. The innovative aspect of the project includes the development of an integrated monitoring and early detection system for fires, as well as the creation of a cross-border emergency plan. It is expected that around 1.3 million people will benefit from fire protection measures.

(Expected) Results:

1 pilot action developed jointly and implemented in project
EUR 1 118 529 investments in new disaster monitoring, preparedness, warning and response systems against natural disasters
1000 persons educated about climate change adaptation and risk prevention
4 public events across borders jointly organised
4 organisations cooperating across borders