Environmental and climate campaign groups in Brussels are urging the European Commission to maintain operational grants through its €5.4bn LIFE Programme, fearing cuts could hinder advocacy work. They emphasize the need for resources to ensure citizens' voices are heard in decision-making, contrasting their limited funding with that of corporations and foreign governments. Concerns arise over a backlash against environmental policies, with some NGOs facing restrictions on EU funding for lobbying. The EU executive is awaiting a report on funding to NGOs, while the LIFE Programme is crucial for many NGOs' budgets. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)