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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.
Pro Europa Protest Against Brexit
Pro Europa organised an event protesting Brexit in the shadow of the ongoing EU Council Summit of October 17-18.
The EU’s Single Market: Digital enough to compete globally?
The European Union, with 500 million consumers, has huge potential in digitalising the economy. The ‘Digital Single Market’ is no longer stand-alone. Rather, digitalisation affects all sectors and companies. It is argued that European digital services lag behind the US and China, especially when it comes to its global presence. However, opportunities exist in B2C and B2B services and beyond.
EU Research & Innovation: Are we investing smartly?
Innovation is linked to other EU policies, such as competitiveness, environment, industry and energy.
Accelerating integrated energy systems for a climate-neutral EU
Achieving the EU climate objectives requires a complete transformation of our energy systems. To get there, we need to take a holistic approach, and to maximise synergies between sectors and systems.
Ensuring the future competitiveness of EU industry in a fast-changing global economy
Manufacturers are the backbone of the European economy. Yet companies face more and more challenges that put this strong position at risk.
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.
Digital Farming: Driving productivity and a more sustainable way of farming
Agriculture faces many evolving challenges, some from the past and some yet to come.
Tweets of the Week: Boris Johnson, Thomas Cook, and Greta v Trump
Boris Johnson is brought to book, thousands stranded by Thomas Cook, and Greta gives Trump a long hard look!
China – EU Relations, with Ambassador Zhang Ming
Ambassador Zhang Ming discusses the current affairs of EU-China relations and the future his mission is hoping to forge. VideoPromoted content
Unleashing digital opportunities in Europe
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, was in Helsinki, Finland, to meet with Finnish Prime Minister Rinne to discuss his priorities for the European Union Presidency, from building sustainable economic growth to achieving a carbon-free future.
Tweets of the Week: Boris runs away, Democracy Debate and Commissioner Hearings preparation
This week, Boris pulls a runner, British democracy makes MEPs shudder, and commissioner hearings may be set for a stunner.
Tweets of the Week: Phil Hogan on trade, dual-role Vestager, and a European way of life
Phil Hogan on trade could cause post-Brexit strife, dual-role Vestager sharpens Big Tech knife, but what on earth is a European way of Life?
Tweets of the Week: Westminster debacle, Italy’s new government, and VDL’s squad
This week, Westminster debacle left us all slack-jawed, Italy’s new government is a little bit odd, and Vdl has her full Commission squad. VideoPromoted content
Share A Snack: Challenge your perceptions about savoury snacks!
The European Snacks Association (ESA) recently organised the 6th edition of its “Share A Snack” event on the crowded Place Luxembourg to raise awareness about savoury snacks products in a convivial atmosphere.
Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS): Time to inject a new sense of urgency?
The European Commission unveiled its 2050 climate strategy on November 28th, saying the transition to “a climate neutral economy” with net-zero emissions by mid-century will be positive for the economy, despite the significant additional investments it will require.
Work-life balance: Health and well-being in the digital era
The European Commission recognises the importance of work-life balance. It is argued that a positive work-life balance contributes to a more inclusive labour market, reducing the gender employment gap and raising individuals’ quality of life.
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networX. Inspiring Rural Europe
networX was the largest gathering or rural development stakeholders in the current EU programming period. Over 400 participants from the EU and beyond gathered in Brussels for two days celebrating the results of the past ten years of rural networking...
No deal on top jobs or climate neutrality at June summit
The June European Council was all about jobs. Leaders failed to fill the five available positions to lead the EU in the next mandate and to reach an agreement to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, which would lead to the creation of a million jobs, according to a European Commission assessment.
Rutte: ‘I will never support stabilisation mechanisms at euro level’
In an exclusive interview with EURACTIV.com after the European Council, Dutch Prime Minister, Mark Rutte, said on Friday (21 June) that he "will never support" new budgetary instruments to stabilise the euro area if an economic shock hits the region.
Powering today’s world with tomorrow in mind
Twelve years. According to the latest IPCC report, that’s how long we have left to make sure global warming doesn’t increase beyond 1.5C. Waiting any longer or allowing temperatures to rise above this limit risks “irreversible impacts.”
AI-enabled facial recognition: More than just ethics?
Facial recognition technology has been advancing rapidly over the past decade and is starting to be common in more devices, more places and real time. The odds are that facial biometrical information is already being analysed regularly. While there are...