evidence: Climate change knows no borders. It presents a common challenge for all European regions, posing severe threats in the form of natural disasters such as wildfires and landslides. These events have not only increased in frequency but also intensified in their devastating impact. Among the most vulnerable are rural areas and communities that have already been affected by depopulation and land abandonment. It is within this context that Down to Earth, a collaborative interregional initiative, aims to make a difference. [...] - Year 1: Environmental risks related with depopulation and ageing population in rural areas - Year 2: Access barriers to young farmers in depopulated areas - Year 3: Policy instruments to foster the role of farmers and land managers in fighting climate change and environmental risks