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The European Commission’s proposed 2040 climate target offers industry some welcome additional flexibility by allowing limited use of international carbon credits, creating a valuable link with the growing UN-administered carbon market, says IETA.

Alzheimer’s disease is often diagnosed too late. A multi-national survey reveals barriers and points the way forward. Early diagnosis must become the standard to ensure patient’s meaningful interventions with the greatest impact. The time to act is now.

The debate over the next EU budget is not merely a technical exercise, it is a battle over the very essence of the European project. Socialists at the European and local level warn against the risks of centralisation.

The “R&I for a competitive green transition” event on 23-24 June highlighted why investing in green research and innovation (R&I) is an essential driver of a fair, sustainable, and competitive future for Europe. The closing remarks of Marc Lemaître, Director-general of the European Commission’s DG for Research and Innovation, provide reflections on the role of R&I in providing tangible solutions for Europe’s green growth and environmental resilience.

If we are serious about taking the necessary measures to prevent the next pandemic, we must learn from past failures and act decisively. This starts with better prioritising animal health for the benefits it can bring as our frontline of defence, protecting against future pandemics.

Ultra-fast fashion is radically reshaping Europe’s textile market - but at what cost? Flooding the market with very cheap, low-quality clothes fuels environmental damage and threatens local industries, such as manufacturing, retail, collection, sorting and recycling. Is convenience worth collapsing Europe’s circular economy?

“You grow it or you mine it”, as the saying goes. Simple as it may sound, it highlights a fundamental reality of our life – nearly all critical resources come either from earth below or the soil above. As potato and apple farmers in the EU, we stand proudly on the side of growing.

Will the revised ELV Regulation deliver the binding targets needed to secure a truly circular and competitive automotive industry?

Europe’s biomethane capacity reached 7 bcm annually in Q1 2025, up 9% from 2024. Growth is slowing despite strong investor appetite, underscoring the urgent need for clear policies, binding targets, and swift regulation to maintain momentum.

From the 10th to the 12th of July, Naples will host a policy forum on the Mediterranean as a space of trade corridors, migration governance, and regional security at a time when Europe’s strategic depth and external authority are under reconsideration.

Rural Buildings: The Overlooked Challenge in the Energy Transition  Europe’s energy transition is well underway, but one segment remains stubbornly underserved: rural and off-grid buildings. While urban areas benefit from district heating and deep electrification, rural buildings are too often left …

As the EU shapes its next Consumer Agenda, it must guarantee the right to choose between digital and paper communication. Without this safeguard, millions risk digital exclusion. True digital progress must be inclusive, consent-based, and built on choice.