Malte Ketelsen
EU ‘data sovereignty’: opportunities and challenges
In November 2018, the European Commission presented its Digital Strategy, where it set the vision to become a ‘digitally transformed, user-focused and data-driven administration by 2022’.
Opening ceremony of the Europe Enacted exhibition
On 13 November, the Council of the Notariats of the European Union held the opening ceremony of the Europe Enacted exhibition at the European Parliament, in the presence of representatives of the 22 notariats of the European Union, the European institutions and the Member States.
Greening mobility: Are we acting fast enough?
Transport has brought plenty of benefits to society, providing jobs, connecting people and moving goods. It now has to face its next challenge: reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.
Consumer behaviour & climate change: Can heating make a difference?
The planet is heating up fast. Whichever predictions you read, the consequences look serious.
Decarbonising the construction industry: Can Europe lead in low carbon buildings and infrastructure?
Buildings & construction are a major driver of energy demand and global CO2 emissions. According to the European Commission, they jointly account for nearly 40% of global CO2 emissions and also 40% of final energy consumption. VideoPromoted content
Disability & Migration – AMiD final conference
How many migrants arriving in European have a disability? What kind of support do they need?
Tweets of the Week: Commissioner Title Changes, Tusks Speech, Boris’ Mop
VdL’s new titles are a bit of a flop, Tusk Brexit speech is a major mic-drop, and Boris Johnson it appears can’t use a mop.
New Kazakh leadership: What impact for EU-Kazakhstan relations?
Following the presidential elections on June 9th, Kazakhstan has a new leader, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. He is the second president to be elected after almost thirty years of uninterrupted rule by Nursultan Nazarbayev, who occupied the position since the fall of the Soviet Union.
Clothing imports to the EU: Achieving sustainability & transparency in the supply chain
The EU’s retail clothing sector sources textiles and clothes from all over the world. In addition to sourcing at the most competitive rates, they must also consider how industries, such as cotton production, are regulated in different countries, both in terms of the environment and international labour standards. VideoPromoted content
Elimination of child and forced labour in the Uzbek textile sector
Adkham Ikramov, Chairman of the Chamber of Trade and Industry of Uzbekistan, commended the efforts of Uzbekistan’s government since 2013 to eliminate child and forced labour in the cotton harvesting sector.
Tweets of the Week: Empty UK Chairs, EU China Food Deal, Schiphol Airport
Boris Johnson has chairs to fill, Emmanuel Macron had steak to grill, and Dutch police get impromptu alarm drill.
Tweets of the Week: Brexit Extension, Oettinger’s Budget and European Prizes
Brexit didn’t happen so it’s not yet goodbyes, Oettinger accuses the FT of lies, and Uyghur rights activist wins Sakharov prize.
Protecting workers: What role for agile solutions?
Over the last decades, the world of work has changed dramatically. While the traditional career model is fading, self-employment and ‘gig’ working is becoming more commonplace and mobility across industries and geographies is increasing.
The Future of Global Trade
EU trade policy has gained momentum in recent years with several notable agreements concluded – CETA, Japan, Singapore, Mexico, Vietnam, Mercosur. Keeping the momentum in the 2019–2024 mandate is not a certainty.
The circular economy: Its potential, its challenges
Ensuring sustainable growth for the EU implies moving from a 'take-make-dispose' model towards a model where resources are used in an environmentally and economically sustainable way.
Tweets of the Week: European Council Brexit Special
Brexit negotiations drive everyone mad, there was not a wink of sleep to be had and in the end is ANYONE glad? It’s a Brexit special this week. VideoPromoted content
Decarbonising district energy for our cities
Euroheat & Power has come forward with a commitment to full decarbonisation of Europe’s district heating and cooling networks before 2050 but Managing Director Paul Voss wants everyone to know he’s not proud of it.
Tap water in the EU: Environmental and health considerations
Finland’s EU presidency and MEPs in the new European Parliament will have to address all relevant health concerns when it comes to drinking water rules if they want to pass the historic first citizen-led EU legislation in the next term.
Global Eurasia – Connectivity as a driver for peace, stability & security
In the Caucasus Region, power has traditionally been a complex mix of countries’ geography, resources, military capabilities and economic importance. Yet trade and trading routes are often underestimated as a driver for security and stability.
Tweets of the Week: Brexit, Goulard, and Fake News
Brexit shouting until we are hoarse, Goulard’s ousting revealed at the source, and fake news website exposed by task force.
Over a Coffee with Emily O’Reilly, European Ombudsman
Another five years? European Ombudsman, Emily O’Reilly, has thrown her hat into the ring for another term.
Tweets of the Week: Brexit Plans, Austrian elections, Commissioner Hearings
It’s the Brexit Chronicle’s gazillionth edition, Austrian elections give Kurz the ignition, and would-be Commissioners face a grand inquisition.