This is the 5133rd most frequent Russian word.
направленных
"Directed" or "focused."
The word 'направленных' is used in its plural form in this sentence to describe the noun 'проекты', indicating its project-directed nature.
Проекты, направленных на улучшение экологии, получили поддержку.
Projects aimed at improving the environment received support.
In this sentence, 'направленных' functions to qualify the noun 'программы', indicating the programs' directed intention.
Программы, направленных на развитие образования, были высоко оценены.
Programs aimed at the development of education were highly appreciated.
Here, 'направленных' describes 'меры', emphasizing the advisements' directed focus on achieving increased safety.