Fusion for Energy (F4E) announces the opening of applications for their Traineeship Scheme, a vital component in ensuring the continued success and sustainability of fusion research. With offices in Barcelona (Spain), Cadarache (France), and Garching (Germany), F4E is seeking passionate individuals to contribute to our mission while preserving the inter-generational dimension of our work. F4E’s […]
EU adopts 20th package of sanctions against Russia
The Commission welcomes the adoption by EU Member States of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia. The EU’s commitment to a free and sovereign Ukraine is unwavering. This package puts further pressure on Russia to engage in negotiations and do so on terms acceptable for Ukraine. Every day of further Russian attacks on Ukrainian civilian […]
More than 10 million workers received training under the Skills Pact
According to the European Commission’s annual survey, more than 10 million people – including 3.9 million in 2025 alone – have benefited from skills-up initiatives underthe Skills Pact since its launch in 2020. Launched in November 2020, the Skills Pact supports skills partnerships that address Europe’s needs and promote the green and digital transitions. It […]
The EU joins the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) collaborative programmes on cities and energy storage technologies
Following a decision by the Commission and in collaboration with theInternational Energy Agency, the EU will work with international partners to help cities become cleaner and more sustainable, whilst improving the way energy from renewable sources is stored and used. This collaboration will help turn climate goals into practical solutions that benefit people in their […]
The Commission is consulting Member States on the proposal for a Temporary Crisis Framework
The European Commission is seeking the views of Member States on a draft proposal for a Temporary Framework for State Aid to support the EU economy in the context of the Middle East crisis, as announced by President Ursula von der Leyenon 13 April 2026. The draft proposal is based on Article 107(3)(c) of the Treaty […]
Participation – Youth4Climate Call for solutions
The Youth4Climate ‘Call for Solutions’ is a global innovation competition aimed at young people and youth-led organisations working on projects focused on climate action. The aim of the call is to fund new and existing youth-led solutions that are ready for implementation or scaling up, as well as to support the development of young people’s […]
The ‘Green Deal Goes Local’ Working Group is calling for greater clarity on green spending in the next EU budget
Members of the CoR’s ‘Green Deal Goes Local’ Working Group have called on the EU institutions to ensure that climate, energy and environmental priorities are properly integrated into the EU’s next long-term budget, so as to support the clean transition at local and regional level. This was the main topic discussed at their meeting on […]
235 key cross-border energy projects to boost Europe’s interconnectivity
The second list of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union today. It outlines 235 selected cross-border energy infrastructure projects that will strengthen energy connectivity across the continent, bringing nearer the completion of the Energy Union. Once in force, in 20 days time, it […]
New rules on integrity and transparency in the energy market
Two important sets of rules aimed at making energy markets more transparent and fair have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union. One set of rules, a Delegated Regulation on insider information platforms and registered reporting mechanisms, concerns the authorisation procedure, the revocation of authorisations and the supervision of entities that report […]