The Joint Research Center published the 2018 edition of its Annual Report on Forest Fires in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. According to this report, wildfires destroyed nearly 178,000 hectares (ha) of forests and land in the EU last year. Results The highest numbers of fires of 30 ha or larger were mapped by […]
Commission proposes financial aid for fishermen affected by the closure of the Eastern Baltic cod fishery
Today, the Commission has adopted a proposal offering support from the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund to fishermen affected by the closure of the Eastern Baltic cod fishery to permanently decommission their fishing vessels. Eastern cod is one of the key fisheries in the Baltic Sea, but the stock is in very poor shape. At […]
H2020: Secure, clean and efficient energy: Reduce the cost and increase performance and reliability of CSP plants
The main objective is to make the transition to a reliable, affordable energy system that enjoys public, sustainable and competitive acceptance, with the purpose of reducing dependence on fossil fuels in a context of increasing scarcity of resources, increasing the needs of energy and climate change Objective Several research and innovation activities are set out […]
EU Auditors’ 2020 work programme: checking if the EU is delivering results
The European Court of Auditors, which is the independent auditor of the European Union, published its work program for the year 2020 on October 30. This shows its future audit priorities and highlights the main challenges and concerns of the Union European The auditors will be responsible for examining whether the EU meets the agreed […]
VIII INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS HISTORY OF THE TRANSITION IN SPAIN: The international dimension (1973-1986)
The European Documentation Center participates in VIII INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS HISTORY OF THE TRANSITION IN SPAIN: The international dimension (1973-1986) to be held at the UAL between November 20-22, 2019. More information Programa. Congreso Almeria VIII 2019
Lecturer in Curating
Aalto University is looking for a lecturer in curating. Organisation Aalto University Aalto is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business. Committed to identifying and solving grand societal challenges and building an innovative future. Aalto University has been ranked the 9th best young university in the world (Top 50 under 50, […]
Keys to tackle Europe’s waste problem and foster a more circular economy
Improved circular and climate-friendly business models and policies to boost reuse and recycling, plus improved consumer awareness will help the European Union tackle the growing problem posed by plastic, battery, electronic and textile waste, according to the European Environment Agency (EEA). Approach European Union Member States face a dilemma on how to deal with the […]
Implementation of EU Facility for Refugees in Turkey: EU mobilises €663 million in humanitarian assistance
The European Commission is mobilising €663 million in humanitarian aid to continue major projects under the EU Facility for Refugees in Turkey. €600 million will ensure the continuity of the EU’s largest ever humanitarian programme – the Emergency Social Safety Net (ESSN). The remaining funds will continue supporting projects in the areas of education and […]
Researcher in Service and Quality Management in public organizations
Chalmers University of Technology is looking for a researcher in Management and Logistics. This university conducts research and offers education in technology, science, shipping and architecture with a sustainable future as its global vision. Chalmers is well-known for providing an effective environment for innovation and has 13 departments. Graphene Flagship, an FET Flagship initiative by the […]