Why Europe needs a Blue Deal to secure its Green Deal
26 Nov Energy & Environment
Why Europe needs a Blue Deal to secure its Green Deal
'Planet Aqua' argues that water is Europe’s next climate battleground, demanding a bold new approach to managing our most vital resource.
Why electronic labelling makes sense Partner Content
18 Nov
Why electronic labelling makes sense
With hundreds of millions of items sold across the EU each year, providing physical copies of compliance information comes with a heavy environmental cost. Is a move to e-labelling the answer for consumers and the planet?
Bridging the gap in diabetes care: Juan Antonio’s story Partner Content
18 Nov EU Institutions
Bridging the gap in diabetes care: Juan Antonio’s story
Diabetes can touch anyone at any point in life, bringing with it a risk of various other chronic diseases. Policy-makers must act to address unmet needs and inequalities in care and support across the EU
Making sustainable aviation a reality Partner Content
18 Nov
Making sustainable aviation a reality
European aviation is grappling with a critical shortage of Sustainable Aviation Fuel – stalling decarbonisation efforts. At a recent dinner, organised by The Parliament and the Airlines International Representation in Europe (AIRE), aviation industry leaders discussed the progress toward meeting climate targets
Shifting the dial on Parkinson’s care in Europe Partner Content
14 Nov
Shifting the dial on Parkinson’s care in Europe
With rising demand and an ageing population, European healthcare systems are under strain. In the second article in our series on addressing Europe’s healthcare challenges, The Parliament and AbbVie explore how innovation can unlock capacity and deliver better outcomes for patients living with Parkinson’s
MEP Lange: Parliamentary power essential to strengthening EU
13 Nov EU Institutions
MEP Lange: Parliamentary power essential to strengthening EU
MEP Bernd Lange, Chair of the Conference of Committee Chairs, discusses the importance of the European Parliament's committees and his role in streamlining EP decision-making.
How breakfast cereals and oats can help address Europe’s health and sustainability challenges Partner Content
12 Nov Economics
How breakfast cereals and oats can help address Europe’s health and sustainability challenges
Is the Green Deal on track?
12 Nov EU Institutions
Is the Green Deal on track?
As the climate crisis deepens and Europe's industries struggle, the economic trade-offs of the green transition are pulling EU policymakers in opposing directions.
The role of the European non-alcoholic beverage sector in a competitive Europe Partner Content
12 Nov
The role of the European non-alcoholic beverage sector in a competitive Europe
Carbon removals offer promise but no silver bullet
07 Nov Energy & Environment
Carbon removals offer promise but no silver bullet
Emerging technologies to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere will be crucial to offset hard-to-abate emissions, but they risk being used as an excuse to keep emitting. 
National interests derail EU train travel's full potential
31 Oct EU Institutions
National interests derail EU train travel's full potential
Ursula von der Leyen wants to make going by rail more attractive. But her solution may be no match for older and more complicated problems.
The Commission's annual Enlargement Package: How close are candidate states to EU membership?
30 Oct EU Institutions
The Commission's annual Enlargement Package: How close are candidate states to EU membership?
The EU executive says it's eager to enlarge the bloc, despite setbacks in places like Moldova and Georgia. Here's a status report on accession.
What's next for the EU’s Migration and Asylum Pact?
22 Oct EU Institutions
What's next for the EU’s Migration and Asylum Pact?
Many member states are hardening their borders — before the migration deal they agreed to months ago is even implemented.
Rethinking technology for people and planet Partner Content
14 Oct
Rethinking technology for people and planet
As the EU faces pivotal decisions on technology, a network of more than 50 non-profit organisations aims to advocate for a digital future that prioritises social justice and sustainability
What can the EU learn from the Dutch algorithm scandal?
11 Oct EU Institutions
What can the EU learn from the Dutch algorithm scandal?
Amid the growing use of artificial intelligence by governments, algorithmic bias threatens to undermine fairness and reinforce discrimination in public services.
Unlocking innovation in the fight against cancer Partner Content
09 Oct
Unlocking innovation in the fight against cancer
What more can Europe do to unlock access to new medicines and treatments that are bringing fresh hope to cancer patients? The Parliament sat down with Dr Kandeepan Ganeshalingam, Vice President Oncology International Medical Affairs at Pfizer, to find out why innovation could be key to helping people live longer and live better
Meeting the challenge of rising European healthcare demand Partner Content
08 Oct
Meeting the challenge of rising European healthcare demand
Europe is facing a healthcare workforce crisis with an estimated 8 million job openings in health and care forecast to appear before 2031. In the first of a new series of articles looking at the challenges faced by Europe’s healthcare systems, The Parliament and AbbVie examine how to make better use of existing capacity by harnessing innovation and patient-centred care
Can digital twins transport climate science to the future?
07 Oct Technology
Can digital twins transport climate science to the future?
The EU's DestinE project uses a digital twin of the Earth to predict short-term weather extremes. But can and should it guide long-term climate strategies?
Organized crime and excessive taxation fuels rise in illicit cigarette trade across Europe Partner Content
07 Oct
Organized crime and excessive taxation fuels rise in illicit cigarette trade across Europe
High taxes on cigarettes are a magnet to organized criminals who are moving operations closer to major markets such as France – which now accounts for nearly half of all illicit cigarettes consumed in Europe. A new KPMG report highlights the growing cost of this illegal trade
How AI energy consumption challenges EU climate policy
04 Oct EU Institutions
How AI energy consumption challenges EU climate policy
The EU wants to sharpen its AI capabilities and honour its climate commitments. Can it really do both?
How sexually explicit deepfakes undermine democracy and women’s role in the EU
02 Oct EU Institutions
How sexually explicit deepfakes undermine democracy and women’s role in the EU
Female politicians have been disproportionately impacted by AI-generated pornographic content.
Microchip supply chains: The key to the EU's AI competitiveness?
30 Sep EU Institutions
Microchip supply chains: The key to the EU's AI competitiveness?
With semiconductors at the core of AI and consumer tech, Europe faces intense competition for crucial supply chains. But amid US-China tensions, the bloc has a unique opportunity to carve its own path.
What happens to Schengen in an era of renewed border control?
19 Sep EU Institutions
What happens to Schengen in an era of renewed border control?
The visa-free Schengen Area is meant to realise the EU goal of freedom of movement. But new border security measures could jeopardise that project.
Meet Julia Leferman, the new voice for Europe’s 10,000 breweries Partner Content
19 Sep
Meet Julia Leferman, the new voice for Europe’s 10,000 breweries
Brewing is rooted in Europe's history, and a vital part of our heritage. Julia Leferman, who recently took the reins as the new Secretary General of The Brewers for Europe, tells us how the industry must also play a crucial role in Europe's present and future, driving innovation, sustainability, and economic growth