This week, in a groundbreaking vote, the European Parliament took radical measures to dramatically reduce vehicle emissions. For old and new vehicles. The left voted against the new standards because they were not strict enough. By Charles STRASS, eEuropa Brussels, 15 March 2024 The European Parliament has approved new EU regulations aimed at reducing […]
High-speed and reliable connectivity is at the root of digital transition. The EU has set ‘digital decade’ targets, including providing all EU … The path to 6G
On Tuesday, MEPs endorsed a strategy, previously concurred with the Council, designed to diminish energy use and cut greenhouse-gas emissions within the buildings sector. Right-wing parties (ID and ECR Groups) and many Members from EPP voted against. The EU strategy to revise the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive is set to incrementally lower greenhouse gas […]
Written by Pieter Baert (1st edition). The pricing of goods and services that are traded within a multinational group is referred to as ‘transfer … Harmonising transfer pricing rules within the EU
The European Parliament has passed a landmark nature restoration law aiming to revive degraded habitats and ecosystems by 2050. It mandates improving 30% of habitats by 2030, with increasing targets for subsequent decades, focusing on agricultural and non-agricultural ecosystems alike. The law includes provisions for biodiversity enhancement, peatland restoration, and an “emergency brake” for food […]
The development of new products and services from the convergence of digital and space technologies provides us with a space economy, or ‘space-as-a-… Future of Space – the sustainable path
Academic freedom is widely accepted as a fundamental value in higher education systems and a prerequisite for well‑functioning democratic societies. Academic Freedom – a fundamental value for Europe
After the recent unrest of European farmers, who have occupied roads and squares across Europe with their tractors, a new “stress test” is on the horizon for the agri-food sector. The Council and the European Parliament have provisionally agreed to revamp legislation consumer information requirements for honey, fruit jams, fruit juices, and dehydrated milk. This […]
EU Pushes for Cancer Vaccination
Many labels claim products are ‘greener’, ‘more sustainable’ or ‘eco-friendlier’ than others. ‘Green claims’ directive: Protecting consumers from greenwashing
