The INTERSTORE team presents a new framework to accelerate the integration of data spaces in the energy industry. A framework for energy data spaces developed within the EU-funded INTERSTORE project is expected to play a key role in accelerating the integration of data spaces within the energy sector. The framework is described in a recent […]
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European Comission approves Spanish state aid scheme for energy storage and the transition to a zero-emission econom
The European Commission has approved a €699 million Spanish scheme to support investments in energy storage facilities to foster the transition to a net zero emission economy. The scheme contributes to achieving the European Commission’s priorities for 2024-2029, as set out in the policy guidelines calling for investments in clean energy and clean technologies. The […]
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Local and regional leaders urge EU action to combat mobility poverty
During a high-level conference on “Addressing Mobility Poverty Across the EU”, organised by the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) together with the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), on 12 March at the CoR, regional and local leaders called for more accessible, efficient and sustainable mobility system, with public transport at its centre, to ensure social […]
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Developing a master plan for textile circularity
tExtended enters phase two in the development of a blueprint for optimised recovery, reuse and recycling of discarded textiles. The EU-funded tExtended project is launching the second phase of its plan to optimise textile flows and ensure materials retain their value in a safe and sustainable way. Its innovations are helping to meet the need […]
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A Union of Skills that prepare people for a competitive Europe
The Skills Union will support the development of our Union’s human capital to strengthen the EU’s competitiveness. A key initiative of the first 100 days of this Commission, the Skills Union: will enable higher levels of basic skills to be achieved , for example through the basic skills support pilot project; will offer adults […]
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EU advancing on 2030 zero-pollution targets but stronger action is needed
Today, the European Commission and the European Environment Agency (EEA) published the second Zero Pollution Monitoring and Outlook report, which provides an overview of the EU’s work to meet the 2030 zero pollution targets. The Commission also published today its fourth Clean Air Outlook report. The reports show that EU policies have contributed to reducing air pollution, pesticide […]
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Optimising real-life energy performance in buildings
Modular architecture and multiple interfaces empower a cloud-based platform designed for self-assessment and monitoring energy consumption in buildings. Buildings represent approximately 40 % of European energy consumption, and the EU has responded by issuing building energy performance certificates that grade a building’s efficiency on a scale from A to G and offer recommendations for improving […]
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Commission simplifies rules on sustainability and EU investments, delivering over €6 billion in administrative relief
The European Commission has adopted a new package of proposals to simplify EU rules, boost competitiveness, and unlock additional investment capacity. This is a major step forward in creating a more favourable business environment to help EU companies grow, innovate, and create quality jobs. By bringing our competitiveness and climate goals together, we are creating […]
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A Clean Industrial Deal for competitiveness and decarbonisation in the EU
The Commission presents the Clean Industrial Deal, a bold business plan to support the competitiveness and resilience of our industry. The Deal will accelerate decarbonisation, while securing the future of manufacturing in Europe. Faced with high energy costs and fierce and often unfair global competition, our industries need urgent support. This Deal positions decarbonisation as […]
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