This section examines the greening of European Union cooperation throughout the intervention cycle, emphasising the importance of early and consistent action.

Every phase of the intervention cycle, from country context analysis to project formulation and implementation, provides key entry points for embedding environmental considerations. The sooner greening initiatives begin, the greater the opportunity for impactful change. The 'green lens' approach encourages assessing every action for its environmental and climate implications, ensuring that projects not only avoid harm but also contribute positively to sustainability goals.