Is it really waste? – a new composting technology developed in Hungary

What happens if by-products generated in agriculture are treated not as a problem but as an opportunity? What if green waste and sewage sludge are not sent to landfills but instead returned to the natural cycle? A company based in Bonyhád set out to answer these questions—and by the end of a complex development program, it delivered tangible results. The goal of Human-Perspektiva Ltd. was to develop a new, innovative, nutrient-rich compost product using advanced...

The latest pillar overview: strengthening communities, institutions, and the urban environment

For the second time this year, our website provides an overview of European Union co-funded projects that significantly contribute to achieving regional and local development goals within the framework of the Territorial and Settlement Development Operational Programme Plus (TSDOP Plus) pillars. Sustainable Urban Development Pillar – latest updates:One of Salgótarján’s most important community and sports facilities, the City Sports Hall, has reached a major milestone with the completion of a comprehensive energy modernization project worth...

Clean water in Koppányszántó is no fairy tale

There is a well-known tale about how essential salt is to everyday life. Perhaps no such fable has been written about water—simply because its importance is so obvious. Without water, there is no life. Around 60% of the human body is made up of water. It is the very medium of our biological functioning. Our cells, our blood, and all metabolic processes depend on it. Nutrients dissolve in water to reach our cells, and waste...

The solution is now local – A new nursery in Aldebrő

A community’s true strength is reflected in how it cares for its youngest members and the families raising them. In Aldebrő, this commitment has taken shape in the creation of a new family nursery — a long-standing goal for the village that now provides tangible support to parents of young children. The previous lack of nursery services posed serious challenges for local families, forcing many into long commutes and complicated daily arrangements. It is therefore...

Faster diagnosis, easier recovery

If there’s one thing most of us would rather avoid, it’s visiting the doctor — after all, our health is one of the most important aspects of our lives. But when problems do arise, we all hope that recovery will be as quick, simple, and gentle as possible. This was precisely the goal behind the development of the Karolina Hospital and Outpatient Clinic in Mosonmagyaróvár, where more than 300 new medical devices were acquired for...

When every minute counts – Gyöngyös fire station renewed

A city’s safety often rests on developments we rarely think about — and therefore may know little about — yet they fundamentally shape the peace and security of everyday life. One such major investment was the EU-funded project that provided the city of Gyöngyös with a modern new fire station. The development resulted in a completely new facility, offering faster, more efficient, and higher-level operational capabilities for the region. The former station operated in the...

New nursery opens in Balatonszentgyörgy

The opening of a new nursery is more than the inauguration of a building — it brings real, tangible change to the everyday lives of families with young children and strengthens the entire community in the long term. Built with funding from the European Union, the brand-new nursery has welcomed children from Balatonszentgyörgy and nearby communities since September 2024. The facility makes it significantly easier for parents to return to work or manage daily responsibilities,...

Seed innovation as a response to climate change

For a long time, sorghum was known mainly as the raw material for making brooms. Today, however, it is becoming an increasingly important forage crop. As weather patterns and natural conditions continue to shift — with more frequent droughts, heatwaves, and shrinking arable land — traditional farming knowledge alone is no longer enough. Successful agriculture now requires continuous innovation, updated expertise, and targeted breeding programs to adapt production to changing conditions. In this context, Alfaseed...

New Videos Support the Effective Implementation of EU-Funded Projects

New content from the National Development Centre (NFK) video series is now available on the Együtt Fejlődünk YouTube channel, offering practical guidance to beneficiaries of EU-funded projects. The videos aim to present, in a clear and accessible way, the proper and compliant handling of the administrative and professional tasks associated with project implementation. Two of the videos focus on specific types of modification requests that can be submitted through the Electronic Application, Information and Communication...

EU Developments at the Miskolc Kocsonya Festival

From February 6–8, 2026, the Kocsonya Festival—known as the largest festival in the region—was held in Miskolc. This year, alongside its renowned culinary and entertainment programs, the event also served as a platform to showcase EU development policy. The National Development Centre (NFK) aimed to introduce visitors—through clear, engaging, and interactive formats—to EU development initiatives and results that directly shape their future opportunities, from higher education and digital transformation to green investments. Information was delivered...

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