Burkhard Jung, president of Eurocities and mayor of Leipzig, Germany, in an article on the Politico website, explains the important role cities are playing in the implementation of the EU European Green Deal. Europe’s mayors are looking forward to a sustainable future, but, as Mr Jung explains, some governments seem ready to backtrack and there … Continue reading For Europe’s mayors it’s the Green Deal or bust, and it’s time everyone put their cards on the table
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What engineers – and others – need to know about the EU Ecodesign Regulation
The second phase of the EU’s Ecodesign Regulation raises the bar for electric motor energy efficiency – and the rest of the world is sure to follow. Daniel Eberli from ABB, a technology leader in electrification and automation, discusses ecodesign in an article on the Engineer Live website. Energy efficiency with ecodesign Energy efficiency … Continue reading What engineers – and others – need to know about the EU Ecodesign Regulation
New EEA publication linking environment and health
Despite progress over the past decades, pollution and other environmental risks continue to harm people’s health in Europe. Published recently, EEA Signals 2023 looks at the connection between environment and health and how taking care of nature and the climate can deliver long-term health benefits for all Europeans. Promoting healthier environment for healthier lives … Continue reading New EEA publication linking environment and health
New EEA analysis of air pollution data in EU
Emissions of key air pollutants monitored under EU law continued to decline across most EU Member States maintaining a trend since 2005. However, the most problematic area remains reducing ammonia emissions, emitted mostly by the agriculture sector. The latest annual European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis of air pollution data provided by EU Member States is … Continue reading New EEA analysis of air pollution data in EU
New EEA analysis provides an overview of the link between environment and cardiovascular disease
Scientific evidence shows that environmental risks are responsible for a major share of cardiovascular disease, which is the most common cause of death in Europe. A European Environment Agency analysis, published this week, provides an overview of the link between environment and cardiovascular disease, highlighting that addressing pollution, extreme temperatures, and other environmental risks are … Continue reading New EEA analysis provides an overview of the link between environment and cardiovascular disease
The UN didn’t get all the money it wanted for its climate programmes, leaving it reliant on the whims of wealthy donor nations
Joe Lo writes on the Climate Home News website about the budget concerns for funding the UNFCCC. UN’s climate work at risk, after EU limits budget increase The European Union has ignored the warnings of the UN’s climate change body (UNFCCC) and stopped governments from giving it as much money as it says it … Continue reading The UN didn’t get all the money it wanted for its climate programmes, leaving it reliant on the whims of wealthy donor nations
New EEA provisional data published on CO2 emissions for new cars and vans
Average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions of new cars and vans in Europe dropped in 2022 for the third year in a row, according to provisional data published this week by the European Environment Agency (EEA). Almost one out of four new cars registered in Europe in 2022 was electric. Average emissions from new cars … Continue reading New EEA provisional data published on CO2 emissions for new cars and vans
Europe’s energy and climate transition – how 2040 targets should be met
The EU’s climate advisory board has recommended the bloc adopt ambitious targets for 2040. Researchers say there are multiple options to slash emissions, with plenty of political wiggle room. An article on the Deutsche Welle website describes how the targets for 2040 will be met. How will the EU reach its 2040 climate targets? … Continue reading Europe’s energy and climate transition – how 2040 targets should be met
New EEA web product on extreme weather outlook this summer in Europe
Under our changing climate, the weather in Europe is getting more extreme. What could this summer bring in terms of heatwaves, droughts, floods, and forest fires? The overall outlook is pessimistic as we have already seen this past winter and spring. This makes adaptation to climate change and better preparedness crucial, according to a European … Continue reading New EEA web product on extreme weather outlook this summer in Europe
New EEA briefings on waste recycling rates in Europe
Reducing waste or recovering its value by extending product lifespans or recycling are key parts of Europe’s efforts to create a circular economy which contributes to the European Green Deal’s sustainability goals. However, according to the European Environment Agency’s assessment, published this week, many EU Member States are at risk of not meeting at least … Continue reading New EEA briefings on waste recycling rates in Europe
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