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December 17
2020
Europe’s 5G Action Plan
After the successful introduction of the 2G (GSM) mobile networks in Europe, another revolution is in sight with a new generation of network technologies, known as 5G, opening...
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The EU’s Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) provides the European Union with an operational capacity to deploy civilian and military missions and operations abroad. The...
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December 08
2020
The European Commission invests €100 million in innovative clean technology projects
The Innovation Fund is one of the world’s largest programmes for the demonstration of innovative low-carbon technologies, financed by revenues from the auction of...
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November 18
2020
EU: Additional COVID-19 Response Measures
With health systems again under pressure, more needs to be done to control and overcome the situation, protecting lives and livelihoods, and promoting European solidarity....
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November 11
2020
European Data Strategy
Over the last few years, digital technologies have transformed the economy and society, affecting all sectors of activity and the daily lives of all Europeans. Data is at the...
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November 09
2020
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive
The packaging sector is the biggest contributor to plastic waste, generating around 17.8 million tonnes in Europe in 2018, accounting for about 60% of post-consumer plastic...
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November 02
2020
EU Green Deal: Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
On 23 July 2020, the European Commission launched public consultations on two initiatives that aim to maximise the impact of taxation in meeting the EU’s climate goals. The...
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October 28
2020
Cybersecurity: EU Security Union Strategy
Our daily lives depend on a wide variety of services – such as energy, transport, and finance, as well as health. These rely on both physical and digital infrastructure, adding...
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Chemicals are everywhere in our daily life and play a fundamental role in most of our activities, as they form part of virtually every device we use to ensure our well-being,...
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October 22
2020
2021 Commission Work Programme – From Strategy To Delivery
The Commission has adopted its 2021 work programme, designed to make Europe healthier, fairer and more prosperous, while accelerating its long-term transformation into a...
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September 29
2020
EUROPEAN GREEN CALL IS OPEN: €1 Billion Investment in Green and Digital Transition
The European Commission has launched a €1 billion call for research and innovation projects that respond to the climate crisis and help protect Europe's unique ecosystems and...
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The European Commission has presented its plan to reduce EU greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels. This level of ambition for the next...
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