Researchers have provided the first-ever projections of coastal erosion across the entire Arctic until the end of the century. According to their findings, more and more land mass is being lost with each degree of warming. Global warming is thawing permafrost in the Arctic and melting sea ice, leaving the coasts – where most human […]
Circular economy: Commission proposes new consumer rights and ban on greenwashing
The Commission proposes to update EU consumer protection rules to empower consumers for the green transition. The updated rules will ensure that consumers can make informed and environmentally friendly choices when buying products. Consumers will have the right to know how long a product is intended to last and, where appropriate, how it can be […]
Council agrees on 8th environmental action programme
The Council adopted its position on the 8th Environmental Action Programme (EAP). This programme will guide the development and implementation of environmental policy until 2030. The adoption of the Council’s position follows a provisional agreement reached with the European Parliament in December 2021 and is the final step in the adoption procedure. The 8th EAP […]
European Parliament visits to Spain: good economic practices and environmental degradation
A delegation from the European Parliament visits Madrid to learn about best practices in Spanish social economy enterprises. A delegation from the European Parliament’s Employment and Social Affairs Committee will travel to Spain from February 21 to 23 to analyze good practices in social economy enterprises and the development of the European Commission’s Action Plan […]
February infringements package: key decisions related to Spain and Environmental matters
In its regular package of infringement decisions, the European Commission pursues legal action against Member States for failing to comply with their obligations under EU law. These decisions, covering various sectors and EU policy areas, aim to ensure the proper application of EU law for the benefit of citizens and businesses. The key decisions taken […]
CO2 the culprit in southern hemisphere temperature drop millions of years ago
Research into ancient climates suggests that a drop in atmospheric CO2 caused cooling temperatures in south-east Australia 41 to 33 million years ago. Our planet is warming and its atmosphere is changing, but what impact will these changes have on its different ecosystems? To find answers, some scientists have been investigating climates from millions of […]
European Green Deal: Commission proposes to strengthen the protection of the environment through criminal law
The Commission has adopted a proposal for a new EU Directive to crack down on environmental crime, fulfilling a key commitment of the European Green Deal. The proposal intends to make protection of the environment more effective by obliging Member States to take criminal law measures. It defines new environmental crimes, sets a minimum level […]
Sustainable supplies of raw materials is crucial for EU industry
MEPs want Europe to be less dependent on the imports of critical raw materials that are crucial for its strategic industries. To become climate neutral, energy-efficient and more competitive in the digital age, the EU will need more critical raw materials such as lithium and cobalt to manufacture batteries and electric engines. These technologies allow for the development of strategic […]
EU Regions Week. Be part of it – Register !
Título: EU Regions Week. Be part of it – Register ! Autor: European Committee of the Regions Duración: 00:49 Resumen: Este año, la Semana Europea de las Regiones y Ciudades se extenderá durante tres semanas consecutivas en octubre, cada una dedicada a un tema oportuno: 5-9 de octubre: Empoderamiento de los ciudadanos, 12-16 de octubre: Cohesión […]