The Commission’s plan faces multiple hurdles: massive capital needs for megawatt charging hubs and grid upgrades; battery weight and range limits that cut payloads; dependence on scarce raw materials; uneven state-aid capacity among Member States; uncertain resale values without a robust battery-health market; and a looming skills gap as combustion-engine jobs disappear. integrated rail/road/ports-waterways freight transport, with […]
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 […]
In an era marked by escalating global tensions and multifaceted security threats, EU Institutions and Governments evoke a European defence. But where we are? Is there a genuine unanimous will to create common military structures, a common army, a common industrial base, and, finally, a common foreign policy? Are these just slogans, or is there […]
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 […]
The Commission has proposed an annual EU budget of nearly €200 billion for 2025, reinforced by €72 billion raised under the post-COVID recovery plan, NextGenerationEU. This budget is intended to finance EU priorities and address current and future challenges. The Commission’s proposal will be discussed and adopted by the European Parliament and the Council of […]
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 […]
