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Green procurement: the key to decarbonize construction and road transport
The European Commission has clearly identified Green Public Procurement (GPP) as a strong stimulus for eco-innovation, and the present presidency of the EU Council, Sweden, has prioritised green energy and industry transitions.
The EACR promotes CGI-Clinics at the EU Parliament – Implementing Cancer Personalised Medicine at National Level
European Parliament proposes strong measures for corporate transparency
The EU Council and Commission must match Parliament’s ambition and endorse progressive provisions to EU anti-money laundering package
The revised Regulation on Rail Passenger Rights enters into force
On 7 June 2023, the revised Regulation on Rail Passenger Rights entered into force. As a result, the rights of passengers when they travel by train rail have been updated and – in some cases – strengthened. Let’s pay special attention to the provisions that are more relevant to passengers with disabilities and reduced mobility.
C40 launches global networks to facilitate youth engagement in city climate action
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Combating violence against women: MEPs back EU accession to Istanbul Convention
MEPs have voted to approve the European Union’s accession to the Convention on preventing and combating violence against women, concluding Parliament’s role in the process.
The Reuse revolution: how social enterprises are leading the way
The 30 March 2023 marked the first-ever International Day of Zero Waste. It provided an opportunity to reflect on consumption patterns. But also on how to support those who are working to reuse, repair, and recycle to prevent waste. In this, social economy enterprises have been leading the way for decades.
Shifting Economy Week, inspiration for a more sustainable future
To introduce people to this new way of doing business, several regional bodies and their partners are joining forces during Shifting Economy Week. A week full of events, of all shapes and forms, to inspire you but above all to provide answers to all the questions.
Bill Gates throws support behind new European cleantech scale-up coalition
8 European cleantech companies have joined hands to raise all ships when it comes to putting Europe in the driver’s seat to reach net-zero goals.
UNESCO offers concrete support to Small Island Developing States to monitor policies for creativity
All Parties of the UNESCO 2005 Convention have to undertake research and analysis for the protection and promotion of the diversity of cultural expressions. Why? To assess the impact of policy change on the creative and cultural industries, set priorities, and identify where further human and financial resources are needed.
The Climate Heritage Network launches new action plan
The Climate Heritage Network launches new plan to empower people to imagine and realise climate resilient futures through culture — from arts to heritage!
From feeding children to facing climate change
Many children across Glasgow rely on free school meals for a regular, nutritious, and balanced diet. But when the holidays come, many low-income families can’t afford to put the extra budget in the shopping cart. So, Glasgow’s City Council launched the Glasgow Children’s Holiday Food Programme.
Ready for clean heat? EU project to help speed up renewable heating and cooling
The energy crisis is making the roll-out of renewables more urgent than ever. REDI4Heat project will identify national policy gaps and propose effective strategies.
New cycling project for inclusion and climate action receives EU funding
European schools and cycling associations, including ECF Member Cyclist.ie and Biciclistas de Corella, receive funding from Erasmus+ to promote cycling, inclusion, and climate action.
Six new companies joined the H2Zero pledges to accelerate the use of decarbonized hydrogen
24/7 Carbon-free energy matching: shaping the future of corporate energy procurement
The EU power sector has a key role to play to end Europe’s addiction to imported fossil fuels. In the long-term, the only structural solution to future energy crunches is to massively decarbonise our energy system through clean and renewable electrification.
Pay less, ride more: Portugal is first EU country to reduce VAT rate on bicycle purchases
One year after the EU passed legislation enabling member states to apply reduced VAT rates on the supply, rental and repair of bicycles, including e-bikes, Portugal has become the first country to make use of this possibility. Customers can now save hundreds of euros when purchasing bicycles!
Renewable power’s growth is being turbocharged as countries seek to strengthen energy security
EU leaders seal deal for groundbreaking law to stop deforestation
KMOP’s initiative “Live Without Bullying” awarded as one of the most impactful and scalable innovations in education
Boosting the cycling economy: France takes ambitious step in becoming “another cycling nation”
French government supports White Paper for boosting the development of the national cycling economy. Key areas of focus include manufacturing, sales and repairs, cycle logistics and cycle tourism!
EU effort sharing could have even greater potential if multi-level, place-based and locally differentiated
The EU agreed to a stricter trajectory with more ambitious greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets for all EU Member States.
ICLEI Europe welcomes this revision as an important step in Europe’s decarbonisation. The next step: applying this “effort sharing” model vertically, and in a place-based and locally differentiated manner!
5 ways to take back power in the fight against climate change
There’s no doubt that the world is in a climate emergency but this is no time to despair! Here are five actions anti-corruption fighters can take to reclaim power in the fight against the climate crisis.
Brussels Region launches permanent Citizens’ Climate Assembly
100 citizens will be drawn by lot to propose solutions on this topic and then monitor what happens to these proposals. It’s a world premiere!