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Ecoaction’s primary focus is to protect the environmental and human rights of the people of Ukraine. They support communities standing for their right for a healthy and safe environment, helping them to come together to solve local problems. They train local activists, advise on environmental issues and risks,and provide media support. In particular, Ecoaction supports people in filing complaints against investments that violate the rights of local residents for a clean environment.
To protect the environment, influencing decision makers and stakeholders, and to develop an active Ukrainian community.
Ecoaction calls on international investors, such as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), to create stronger incentives for their clients to implement the EU's green agenda for agriculture in future investments.
Ecoaction supports coal mining communities in Ukraine and advocates for a constructive dialogue between authorities and local populations to address socio-economic challenges caused by mine liquidation. This includes re-profiling coal mining, attracting investments for new economic activities, and providing employment and retraining for laid-off workers.
As a result of Russian aggression, Ukraine faces numerous challenges including infrastructure reconstruction, energy security, EU legislation implementation, climate change mitigation, and more. The country is already planning its reconstruction, focusing on green post-war principles such as sustainable solutions, transparency, technology use, decarbonization, and preservation of ecosystems. Ecoaction and other NGOs aim to integrate these principles into national legislation and work with local communities and UA Government for sustainable development.