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Se estima que los centros de datos registran el consumo de energía y la huella de carbono de más rápido crecimiento de todo el sector de las TIC, debido principalmente a avances tecnológicos como la computación en nube y al rápido crecimiento del uso de los servicios de Internet. En la UE, entre 2010 y 2018 el consumo de energía de los centros de datos aumentó un 42 % y se prevé que siga aumentando un 28,2 % de aquí a 20301, lo que representa aproximadamente el 3,2 % de la demanda final de electricidad de la UE

High energy prices in Europe and uncertainty caused by the Ukraine war are testing EU firms’ ability to invest in climate change measures. Europe urgently needs to embrace the transition to green energy, and firms will be called upon to play a pivotal role. By investing in climate adaptation and mitigation measures, especially energy efficiency, firms will be able to protect themselves against extreme climate events, reduce energy costs and take the actions needed to reduce carbon emissions to net-zero by 2050. The report What drives firms’ investment in climate action? Evidence from 2022-2023 EIB Investment Survey uses data collected from firms to provide insight on how businesses are responding to the energy crisis and the fast-changing business environment. Some important takeaways: 82% of EU firms say energy costs are an obstacle to investment. 42% of firms in Western and Northern Europe are investing in energy efficiency, compared with only 37% of firms in Southern Europe. 57% of EU firms are concerned about the physical risks posed by climate change.

EU-OSHA invites entries for the 16th Healthy Workplaces Good Practice Awards in occupational safety and health. As part of the 2023–2025 campaign ‘Healthy Workplaces – Safe and healthy work in the digital age’ the competition aims to recognise organisations making outstanding and innovative contributions to safety and health by preventing risks associated with digital transformation in the workplace.