Ever wondered how much CO2 is emitted by cars or whether electric vehicles really are a cleaner alternative? Check out our infographics to find out. Transport is responsible for nearly 30% of the EU’s total CO2 emissions, of which 72% comes from road transportation. As part of efforts to reduce CO2 emissions, the EU has set […]
European Social Innovation Competition 2019
The European Commission has launched the European Social Innovation Competition in memory of Diogo Vasconcelos. Based on the theme “Challenging plastic waste”, the 2019 edition calls for ideas and projects that reduce plastic waste and littering through changing and improving existing processes or through introducing brand-new products and initiatives. What’s the contest about? The competition […]
EEA Photo Competition “Sustainably Yours”
Launched by the European Environment Agency (EEA) the photo competition “Sustainably Yours” invites citizens from EEA member countries and West Balkan cooperating countries, from 18 years old, to reflect on the environment and climate impacts of food, energy and mobility. Participants can submit photographs depicting any of the following three categories: – Sustainable food; – Sustainable energy; […]
Pharmaceuticals in the environment: Commission defines actions to address risks and challenges
The European Commission has today adopted a Communication outlining a set of actions addressing the multifaceted challenges that the release of pharmaceuticals poses to the environment. The “Strategic Approach to Pharmaceuticals in the Environment” that the Commission presents today, identifies six action areas concerning all stages of the pharmaceutical life cycle, where improvements can be […]
Commission delivers on Circular Economy Action Plan
All 54 actions under the plan launched in 2015 have now been delivered or are being implemented. This will contribute to boost Europe’s competitiveness, modernise its economy and industry to create jobs, protect the environment and generate sustainable growth. The European Commission published a comprehensive report on the implementation of the Circular Economy Action Plan it adopted […]