GIA calling: can we interest you in high-speed internet and no charges for intra-EU calls?
26 Jul 23 Technology
GIA calling: can we interest you in high-speed internet and no charges for intra-EU calls?
"We need the Gigabit Infrastructure Act to ensure speedy internet and equal access to broadband infrastructure for all EU citizens, and much more"
For a faster route to sustainability, harness the power of collaboration
19 Jul 23 Energy & Environment
For a faster route to sustainability, harness the power of collaboration
Lack of collaboration is among the most significant bottlenecks in addressing the climate crisis
Free Iran World Summit 2023: Onward to a democratic republic Partner Content
19 Jul 23 Foreign & Security Policy
Free Iran World Summit 2023: Onward to a democratic republic
In the face of international struggle, Iranians and senior policymakers from across the world gathered to support the uprising in Iran and the establishment of a democratic republic.
From policy and research to implementation: the new paradigm for urban mobility Partner Content
18 Jul 23 Technology
From policy and research to implementation: the new paradigm for urban mobility
Maria Tsavachidis, CEO at EIT Urban Mobility, sheds light on how this EU-funded initiative is transforming innovation policy into tangible and replicable mobility solutions in cities, with cities and for people.
From laggard to leader: How can Europe catch up with the digital frontrunners? Partner Content
17 Jul 23 Technology
From laggard to leader: How can Europe catch up with the digital frontrunners?
Europe is behind in digital innovation and changes need to be made so that Europe can catch up with the world’s digital frontrunners.
To help fight climate change, Europe needs to end overfishing
13 Jul 23 Energy & Environment
To help fight climate change, Europe needs to end overfishing
Fish are proven carbon engineers. By ending overfishing, Europe would have a better chance at mitigating global warming
The EU needs to get its green energy diplomacy straight to avoid backlash
05 Jul 23 Energy & Environment
The EU needs to get its green energy diplomacy straight to avoid backlash
The EU could do more to engage with its traditional energy partners, to co-operate on green energy futures that are considered mutually beneficial
The digital euro: a solution looking for a problem, or the next evolution of money?
05 Jul 23 Technology
The digital euro: a solution looking for a problem, or the next evolution of money?
Is the digital euro the logical next step? The answer depends on its form, design, concrete added value and competitive features
“Policy choices that aim at reducing environmental harm should be based on sound scientific evaluation using harmonised methods”   Partner Content
29 Jun 23 EU Institutions
“Policy choices that aim at reducing environmental harm should be based on sound scientific evaluation using harmonised methods”  
The Single Use Plastics Directive was designed to reduce the Union’s plastic use, but there now seems to be a risk that the PPWR proposal takes a U-turn and increases our use of plastic.   
Reaching a smoke-free Europe: lessons from the Swedish experience Partner Content
28 Jun 23
Reaching a smoke-free Europe: lessons from the Swedish experience
On 31st May 2023, World No Tobacco Day, MEPs and researchers gathered in the European Parliament at an event hosted by We Are Innovation and The Parliament Magazine, to discuss the remarkable success of Sweden in ​achieving a smoke-free status​​.​
Why sustainability must be grounded in science Partner Content
27 Jun 23 Energy & Environment
Why sustainability must be grounded in science
The scale and urgency of the environmental challenges confronting the planet demands new thinking and new relationships. Could innovation grounded in science be part of the solution? We learnt more about how P&G Fabric and Home Care is investing in developing new products that carry the potential to cut European household carbon emissions.
Repairing the circle: Why consumers and companies benefit from a circular economy
16 Jun 23 Energy & Environment
Repairing the circle: Why consumers and companies benefit from a circular economy
Consumers want to be part of the green transition, it is time to support them with a right to repair
A post-emergency COVID-19 vaccine strategy: WHO's end of emergency declaration spells out hope but challenges remain Partner Content
15 Jun 23 EU Institutions
A post-emergency COVID-19 vaccine strategy: WHO's end of emergency declaration spells out hope but challenges remain
The declaration of the end to COVID-19 as a public emergency is a symbolic signpost, but COVID-19 remains a threat and vaccination can play a key role in addressing it.
‘Organic’ salt? Not really. Partner Content
13 Jun 23 Energy & Environment
‘Organic’ salt? Not really.
In June, the European Parliament's AGRI committee will vote on a Delegated Regulation on Salt. To learn more about the specifics, EU Salt provided us with an infographic on why they want MEPs to veto.
Recycling and re-use must be treated equally if a truly circular economy is to be achieved Partner Content
06 Jun 23 Energy & Environment
Recycling and re-use must be treated equally if a truly circular economy is to be achieved
The PPWR’s goals are laudable, and we share them, but its unintended consequences could devastate
our business. If we are forced to reuse our cardboard, this would erase the impressive gains we have
made in recycling and lead to more CO2 being released into the atmosphere, not less.
How to create the ideal city? The answer lies in participatory planning
06 Jun 23 Economics
How to create the ideal city? The answer lies in participatory planning
Involving the public in urban design can help administrators unlock the full potential of participatory planning
Legislators must act quick to better protect paediatric and rare disease patients Partner Content
06 Jun 23
Legislators must act quick to better protect paediatric and rare disease patients
In April 2023, the European Commission published their proposal for the revision of the EU Pharmaceutical legislation. SIOP Europe and CCI Europe welcome the proposal, which addresses several areas of concern identified by the European childhood cancer community.
EU packaging legislation: Edging closer to closed loop circularity Partner Content
05 Jun 23 Energy & Environment
EU packaging legislation: Edging closer to closed loop circularity
The EU’s packaging proposal is a step in the right direction, but more needs to be done to provide an enabling framework for producers.
Growing Calls for EU to Reconsider Anti-Smoking Policies and Embrace the Swedish Approach to Beat Smoking Partner Content
02 Jun 23
Growing Calls for EU to Reconsider Anti-Smoking Policies and Embrace the Swedish Approach to Beat Smoking
The EU has so far failed to implement an effective approach to combat smoking rates but Sweden continues to set an example.
Ignorance Is Risk: A business perspective on Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence Partner Content
25 May 23 Energy & Environment
Ignorance Is Risk: A business perspective on Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence
The latest compromise for the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive by the legal committee at the European Parliament promises to be a game-changer for positive impact, not only for human rights and the environment but also for businesses. As companies that are already conducting due diligence in line with the OECD guidelines, we have seen this build more robust, reliable and responsible value chains. Here is how.
A future for diadromous species and related human communities Partner Content
25 May 23
A future for diadromous species and related human communities
The populations of diadromous fish species are in decline. Here are five ways to influence the long-term and large-scale management of these species prepared by the DiadES beneficiary partners.
Associations and Brussels: a match made in Europe Partner Content
25 May 23
Associations and Brussels: a match made in Europe
With over 2,450 international associations based in Brussels, it’s fair to say that Brussels is the perfect home for associations.
The European Union’s new chemical regulations leave the bloc vulnerable to Chinese domination Partner Content
25 May 23 Foreign & Security Policy
The European Union’s new chemical regulations leave the bloc vulnerable to Chinese domination
The European Union’s Chemical Agency (ECHA) risks creating new problems for itself by moving from a risk to a hazard-based assessment of chemicals.
The EU cannot leave it to the US and China to slug it out
25 May 23 EU Institutions
The EU cannot leave it to the US and China to slug it out
Europe is playing a dangerous game allowing China and the US to escalate their conflict, leading to serious ramifications for the EU's economy