The Commission adopted a new programme worth €115 million to support the ecological, inclusive and innovative development of Morocco’s agricultural and forestry sectors. The programme “Terre Verte” aims to contribute to the national strategies of Morocco “Green Generation” and “Moroccan Forests” covering the period 2020-2030 by promoting an ecological transition conducive to the creation of […]
Read MoreEuropean Green Deal: Commission proposes rules for cleaner air and water
The Commission is proposing stronger rules on ambient air, surface and groundwater pollutants, and treatment of urban wastewater. Clean air and water are essential for the health of people and ecosystems. Air pollution alone means nearly 300,000 Europeans die prematurely each year, and the proposed new rules will reduce deaths resulting from levels of the main pollutant […]
Read MoreDeforestation: causes and how the EU is tackling it
Find out what causes deforestation and how the EU is taking action against the importation of goods produced on deforested land. The rate of forest loss around the world is alarming. Some 420 million hectares of forest were lost due to deforestation between 1990 and 2020, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, an area […]
Read MoreEurobarometer: Europeans seriously worried about air quality and call for stronger action
Europeans are worried about the effect of air pollution on health and the environment, according to a special Eurobarometer survey published on October 24. Most also think that industry, public authorities and employers need to do more to improve air quality. Respondents clearly favour an international or European approach to improving air quality and a large […]
Read MoreUAL presents UNIgreen to associate members and the university community
The University of Almeria coordinates this European university composed of several international partners specialised in sustainable agronomy, green biotechnology and environmental and life sciences. UNIgreen will mean more versatility of study programmes – with more international degrees – a wider scope of research projects and more mobility options for the entire university community. UNIgreen – […]
Read MorePlastic packaging waste: 38% recycled in 2020
In 2020, each person living in the EU generated 34.6 kg of plastic packaging waste on average. Out of these, 13.0 kg were recycled. This information comes from data on packaging waste published by Eurostat on 20 October. The article presents a handful of findings from the more detailed Statistics Explained article. Between 2010 and 2020, the volume of plastic packaging […]
Read MoreBorrell to visit Uruguay and Argentina and co-chair CELAC-EU Ministerial
High Representative/Vice President Josep Borrell will travel to Latin America, the third time of his current mandate, starting in Uruguay on 24 October and continuing to Argentina from 25 October. His mission aims to further strengthen both bilateral and regional relations, in particular through co-chairing the EU-CELAC Foreign Ministers Meeting which will pave the way for further high-level […]
Read MoreEuropean Council conclusions on energy and economy, 20 October 2022
Energy and economy In the face of Russia’s weaponisation of energy, the European Union will remain united to protect its citizens and businesses and take the necessary measures as a matter of urgency. The European Council has agreed that in light of the ongoing crisis, efforts to reduce demand, to ensure security of supply, to […]
Read MoreNew European Bauhaus under Cohesion Policy: €50 million call for innovative projects in cities
The European Urban Initiative (EUI) is launching today a €50 million call to support urban innovation and cities’ capabilities to build a sustainable urban development. This call is a perfect translation into practise of the core values of the New European Bauhaus (NEB): aesthetics, sustainability, and inclusion. It will allow the second generation of NEB demonstrators to be implemented […]
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