The European Commission announced the first 118 regions and local authorities that will participate in the EU Mission for Adaptation to Climate Change, the so-called Mission Adaptation, which will support the European Green Deal and the EU Climate Adaptation Strategy. These regions and local authorities will sign the Mission Charter at the Committee of the Regions’ first Forum […]
Read MoreCommon charger: provisional agreement reached
Soon you will no longer need to have different chargers for frequently used devices. The Council and the European Parliament have reached a provisional political agreement on the proposal for a directive introducing a common charger. The aim of the directive is to introduce a common charging port for a whole range of electronic devices. Having a common charger […]
Read MoreEurope’s bathing waters meet highest quality standards
The annual Bathing Water report published today shows that in 2021 almost 85% of Europe’s bathing water sites met the European Union’s most stringent ‘excellent’ water quality standards. The assessment gives a good indication of where swimmers can find the best quality bathing sites across Europe this summer. The assessment, put together by the European Environment […]
Read MoreEU transport ministers agree joint positions on Fit for 55 package
Transport files of the fit for 55 package: General approaches The Council adopted general approaches on the legislative proposals of the fit for 55 package that relate to transport (alternative fuels infrastructure, FuelEU Maritime and ReFuelEU Aviation). This is an important step in the implementation of the fit for 55 legislative package, which should make it possible […]
Read MoreHow is plastic recycled?
Glass can be melted, paper can be mulched. But what happens to your plastic waste after the recycling bin is collected? Our expert Barbara Morico from NextChem in Italy explains. Plastic has long been the bête noire of environmentalists. It is destined, we’re told, to remain in landfill for millennia, or choke the life out […]
Read MoreLike a guardian angel to keep water flowing through critical infrastructure
As the water supply system becomes more digitalised, cyberthreats are increasing. It is time for an all-hazard risk management and mitigation system. Water is essential for life, health and economies. Water infrastructure is prone to physical threats, including natural hazards, terrorist attacks and accidents, and increasing cyberthreats that are leveraging expanded digitalisation and automation. The […]
Read MoreMetsola on Ukraine: We need to disentangle ourselves from Russian energy
Roberta Metsola called on EU leaders to commit to long-term engagement when it comes to Ukraine, including securing energy independence for the EU. The Parliament President was speaking at the beginning of a European summit on 30 May dedicated to discussing the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Although public opinion is currently in favour […]
Read MoreCommission establishes the EU Energy Platform Task Force to secure alternative supplies
On 25th May, the Commission had set up a new Task Force within its Directorate-General for Energy, to provide support to the EU Energy Platform and implement the REPowerEU goal of supply diversification. Following a mandate from the European Council in March 2022, the Commission and Member States have established the EU Energy Platform to […]
Read MoreWaste and recycling: Commission seeks views on revision of the Waste Framework Directive
The Commission is launching a public consultation on the revision of the Waste Framework Directive (WFD), including setting of EU food waste reduction targets. The revision aims to improve the overall environmental outcome of waste management in line with the waste hierarchy and the implementation of the polluter pays principle. The public consultation is open for […]
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