The European Commission, while welcoming the political agreement between the European Parliament and EU Agriculture Ministers on the new Soil Monitoring Law, must accept a relaxation of the rules it intended to be stricter but which the agricultural sector opposed. Negotiations lasted two years. By eEuropa – 2 MIN READ Brussels, 10 April 2025 […]
By eEuropa Content type: Insight Brussels, 18 October 2024 – 2 MINUTES READ On October 14, 2024, the Council of the European Union adopted a new Directive aimed at improving the working conditions for platform workers, a group that has seen significant growth in recent years. This Directive addresses the unique challenges faced by […]
The Council informs that has adopted new directive that will make it easier for persons with disabilities to travel within the EU. By eEuropa Strasbourg, 15 October 2024 – 2 MIN READING The new Directive establish that the European Disability Card and the European Parking Card issued by a EU member state will be […]
The European Union aims to lead the global energy transition by promoting clean energy use, especially in transport and heating, to reduce emissions. However, its increase in customs duties on imported vehicles and technologies from third countries raises questions about the true intentions behind this policy. While the European Commission advocates for a rapid transition […]
With the vote of the EU Council, after the one of the European Parliament last March, the AI Act is now officially set to revolutionize the landscape of artificial intelligence regulation in EU, balancing technological advancement with ethical standards and public safety. This article answers common questions about why this regulation is crucial and what […]
It was thought that the intense discussions on whether to recognize nuclear power as a green resource would bury the Act. However, twelve nuclear energy-producing countries held firm, and the European Parliament had to accept this inclusion to avoid being responsible for the failure of the energy transition. Ultimately, the Net-Zero Industry Act was approved, […]
The newly enacted EU packaging regulation defines specific and impactful objectives aimed at significantly reducing the environmental impact of packaging waste. Key goals include preventing the generation of excess packaging by reducing its volume, encouraging the adoption of reuse and refill practices to enhance the life cycle of packaging materials, ensuring that all packaging becomes […]
End of the Disposable Era: Today, the European Parliament confirmed the Directive mandating member states to enforce rights to repair reyond warranty, to ensure that consumers can have their products repaired instead of replaced, promoting sustainability and extending the life cycle of consumer goods. By eEuropa Brussels, 23 April 2024 – 5 MIN READING […]
New buildings with zero-emission by 2030, while buildings occupied or owned by public authorities are to meet this standard by 2028. By 2050 the EU’s building stock. phasing out fossil fuel boilers by 2040. France, Italy, and Spain obtain exemptions or flexibility for agriculture and historic buildings, whose structures and construction techniques do not allow for easy and economically sustainable […]
The agreement between European Parliament and EU Ministers on the European Health Data Space (EHDS) marks a epochal moment in the journey toward a European Health Union. By harnessing the power of health data, the EU is poised to enhance healthcare delivery, foster innovation, and improve public health outcomes. As we await the formal adoption […]
