The Commission has adopted a new strategy to channel savings into productive investments. It seeks to increase EU citizens’ participation in capital markets with broader investment options and improved financial literacy, fostering their wealth and boosting the EU economy. About 70% of household savings in the EU – worth €10 trillion – are held as bank deposits. They are safe and […]
Participation – The Young Entrepreneurs Challenge – EU Countries
The Young Entrepreneurs Challenge is inviting young people aged 16 to 25, with fresh and innovative technology-led business ideas to submit a 60-second pitch video on the competition website. Eligibility criteria Individuals between 16 and 25 years old on the 1st February 2025 Residents and/or citizens of a mainland European country or the UK Immediate family […]
HORIZON EUROPE: Women TechEU
Expected Outcome Projects’ results are expected to contribute to some or all of the following outcomes: Support deep tech innovation as a basis for a modern, knowledge-driven, resource-efficient and competitive economy; Promote female leadership in the deep tech industry to build fairer, more inclusive, and more prosperous innovation ecosystems in Europe. Scope Women TechEU supports […]
European Commission proposes common criteria against greenwashing and misleading environmental claims
On 22 March, the Commission proposed common standards against money laundering and misleading environmental claims. Under the proposed proposals, consumers will have greater clarity and confidence that when something is marketed as organic, choosing environmentally friendly products and services is an authentic message of better quality. Businesses will also benefit, as consumers will be able […]
Supporting the clean energy transition of the business sector
Objective Accelerating the transition of EU companies towards a sustainable growth model is one of the ambitious objectives of the European Green Deal, as they face various barriers that deter energy efficiency measures. In 2019, the industry and services sectors made up almost 40% of the total EU-27 final energy consumption (respectively accounting for 25.6% […]
Visiting Professor Position in Enterprise Architecture and Business Informatics in Russia
Institute of Industrial Management, Economics and Trade (IIMET), Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, is inviting applications for a visiting professor position (Professor or Associate Professor) in the area of Enterprise Architecture and Business Informatics. Compensation Compensation is considered by selection committee on documents received and individual achievements Provision of housing on campus. Reimbursement […]
New programme to support European SMEs
On 10 March, the EU launched MobiliseSME – a new programme for SMEs. The programme hosted a webinar as part of the launch to explain how businesses can benefit from participating. Read on to find out more about the programme and how to benefit. Over the past few years, the EU has developed several programmes […]
What schools and businesses should consider before reopening
As countries continue to lift lockdowns, the World Health Organization (WHO) released new guidance for decision makers on how schools and workplaces can be reopened safely. “We need to get our priorities right as we enter the next phase of this fight,” Michael J. Ryan, Chief Executive Director of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme, said […]
Raw materials: Commission launches new online portal to support responsible sourcing in businesses
The European Commission is launching Due Diligence Ready!, an online portal that provides businesses with guidance on how to check the sources of the metals and minerals entering their supply chains – the so-called “due diligence” process. It will help them ensure that their use of raw materials respects human rights while improving transparency and accountability across […]