Europe celebrating culture

Celebrating the past to build the future – discover what is cultural heritage and why it is important.

Prizes for innovators!

Attention!
Innovators, entrepreneurs and start-ups: you can find solutions to grand societal challenges.

Portugal: EU supports restoration of a landmark cultural heritage site

The EU is helping preserve the Alcobaça Monastery, one of the medieval historical and architectural treasures of Portugal and among the most influential Cistercian centres in the Iberian Peninsula.

From urban biowaste burden to useful bio-based plastic

So much waste ... what could we do with it, beyond producing energy and compost? EU-funded researchers are looking into ways to turn biowaste generated in our cities - notably by homes, restaurants and shops - into a number of bio-based products by means of integrated biorefineries.

EU agencies help bust international drug trafficking ring

As a result of the successful efforts of the members of an Italian-Albanian joint investigation team, 43 people were arrested for large-scale drug trafficking.

Have your say! No wish too big or small: let the EU know what you want!

Contribute to EU policy and law-making by giving your feedback on Commission initiatives as they take shape. You can also make suggestions on simplifying and improving existing laws. Subscribe to receive notifications on topics or initiatives of interest to you.  

Glioblastoma: EU-funded "Actively personalized vaccination trial" success

The vision of therapeutic cancer vaccines is to effectively target and destroy all tumor cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. The GAPVAC project was funded by the European Commission. Glioblastoma is the most aggressive form of brain cancer, unfortunately with only limited therapeutic options and only very poor prognosis. Thus, there is an urgent medical need for new therapeutic approaches. Previous experience in first vaccination trials has indicated encouraging immune responses to vaccinations in these patients.

Saving the Danube sturgeon

Every day, unsung heroes all over Europe join forces to make the EU a safer, more sustainable and inclusive place to live. One of the recently featured storieshighlights the efforts made in the Danube Region to save the sturgeons and to support the communities relying on these fish species, central to their culture and livelihoods.

Myanmar’s other humanitarian crisis: the forgotten civilians of Kachin

The conflict, dating back to 1962, raged for decades before a ceasefire in 1994. However, fighting resumed in 2011 and resulted in massive displacement of civilians caught in the crossfire. The EU provides aid to support those affected by conflict.

Plastic, plastic everywhere and what we do about it?

There are now more microplastic particles in our seas than stars in the galaxy! Climate change and plastic pollution are the two main challenges that we face today.

EU research helping us to stay healthy

The most recent success stories from EU Research: aging, vision nutrients, stroke and dementia, clinical efficiency.

Looking back at 30 years of EU-funded research and innovation

Looking back at some of the great EU-funded research and innovation that has taken place over the last 30 years, resulting incountless improvements to our quality of life and shaping a better and brighter future for us all.

Bye bye single-use plastics!

More than 80% of marine litter is plastics. We are proposing new EU-wide rules that target the 10 single-use plastic products most often found on Europe's beaches and seas, as well as lost and abandoned fishing gear. These products are the biggest part of the problem.

Dai forma all'Europa che vuoi con #EUHaveYourSay.

EU funded research is shaping your future

Science and technology touch almost every part of our daily lives. The food we eat, the medicines we take and healthcare we receive, transport, communications, protecting our environment, how we work and how we play: the list is endless! This is why each year the European Union is helping scientists, researchers and innovators from across Europe to work together. Because by working together we can achieve more. Today, the EU is funding thousands of active projects involving scientists, technologists and engineers.

Eradication of African swine fever

Eradication of African swine fever in the EU and the long-term management of wild boar populations.

A history of migration

The history of humankind is a history of migration. For thousands of years people have migrated from one place to another, for a variety of reasons, and continue to do so.

Africa-Europe: partnership of equals

“Europe’spartnership with Africa is not about migration or development aid. It’s apartnership of equals. We will advance on this path together.”

How many of us are on social media?

Denmark tops the list with 75% people between ages 16-74 years participating on social media platforms.

A scientist brings his rigorous acumen to policy making

A scientist and a policymaker, meet European Commission's Vladmir Sucha, Director-General, Joint Research Centre. He wears both hats and makes sure all EU policies are tested and effective when implemented.

Working for Fair Taxation

Tax authorities in the EU agreed to cooperate more closely so as to be able to apply their taxes correctly to their taxpayers and combat tax fraud and tax evasion.

Deal on Climate Action: COP24

Our strategic long-term vision for a prosperous, modern, competitive and climate-neutral economy by 2050. The strategy shows how Europe can lead the way to climate neutrality.

EU funds research into early diagnosis of cancer

A Horizon 2020 project that will help in early cancer diagnosis, prognosis, patient follow-up and therapy efficacy assessment based on molecular analysis of peripheral blood.

How is the roaming-free Europe doing?

The first year and a half since the abolition of roaming charges has seen an immediate and significant increase in mobile calls and data usage by European citizens traveling in the EU, says a report published today by the Commission.

Developing new products and moving into exports

Established in 2014, Arctic Warriors is based in the village of Narkaus in Finland’s Lapland region. Its founders understood the health benefits of Lapland’s native herbs and wanted to give everyone the chance to enjoy them. With EU support, it is developing new products and moving into exports.

Greening local government vehicles in Spain

The ERDF and the government of Castilla-La Mancha are co-funding the purchase of a new fleet of green vehicles for administrative activities and new solar roofs for government buildings.

It is now easier for you to make a difference!

With the European Citizens' Initiative becoming much simpler, more Europeans will use this to make themselves heard at the EU level.You can ask the EU institutions directly to act on the issues you really care about.

Политиката на сближаване на ЕС инвестира 71 милиона евро в  подобряването на оборудването, ефективността и достъпността на спешните здравни услуги в България.

EU and Japan strengthen economic ties

Almost five centuries after Europeans established the first trade ties with Japan, the entry into force of the EU-Japan agreement will take the trade, political and strategic relationship to a whole new level.

The Circular Plastics Alliance is on

The European Commission launches an alliance of key industry stakeholders covering the full plastics value chain as part of its persisting efforts to reduce plastics littering, increase the share of recycled plastics and stimulate market innovation.

Debate on the Future of Europe

“We look to our future, Europe will stand in solidarity with Cyprus, just as Cyprus has always stood in solidarity with Europe.” This is a clear message sent this morning by the EU and President of Cyprus. The debate on the Future of Europe continues in a united Europe.

Luchando contra la desinformación acerca de la UE

¿Qué son los "euromitos"? Son acusaciones acerca de las políticas de la Comisión Europea que han sido publicadas en la prensa británica. La UE contesta a estas falsas noticias desde 1992.

Looking for the next women innovator of the year

Are you an innovative woman entrepreneur, passionate about societal challenges? Don't miss your chance to be recognised as one of Europe's top women innovators. Apply now for the EU Prize for Women Innovators 2019.

Strengthening Europe's cybersecurity

The EU will strengthen the EU Agency for Cybersecurity so as to better support European countries with tackling cybersecurity threats and attacks.

Fresh food at a click

Fresh produce at a click! Order and pick up anytime 24/7. An EU-funded project in Finland is doing just that. This initiative encourages people to buy more quality produce.

70 years of the Human Rights Declaration

On this day, 70 years ago, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This step brought the world together.

Horizon 2020 Energy Efficiency Info Day

€112 million are available for energy efficiency in 2019. Come to the Horizon 2020 Energy Efficiency Info Day to learn more about new funding opportunities. 22 January 2019, Brussels.

Preserving Maltese history and heritage

An EU-funded project is seeking to restore over 500 years’ worth of poorly preserved Maltese notarial documents that are now at risk of being lost forever.

The EU makes things simpler, more convenient for you!

The EU makes things simpler, more convenient for you! No roaming charges, access to your online subscriptions while traveling in the EU, and now more options and better prices while shopping online.

Breda leads the way with its inclusive philosophy

Breda wins the Access City Award 2019 for its overall inclusive philosophy, commitment to accessibility, engagement with people with disabilities and continued improvement throughout the years.

An app for European culture

With this new app launched by the European Commission you can explore and discover hidden cultural spots in your town!

A Europe-wide alert system that keeps harmful toys away

When Finland signaled that an imported juice bottle with a surprise toy posed a choking hazard, Luxembourg was one of the 31 countries to receive the warning. Thanks to a Europe-wide alert system, thousands of young children were kept out of harm’s way.

EU steps up action against disinformation

Disinformation– i.e. verifiably false or misleading information that is created, presented and disseminated to intentionally deceive the public - distorts public debate, undermines citizens' trust in institutions and media, and even destabilises democratic processes.

Boosting the international role of the Euro

In his 2018 State of the Union Address, EU Commission President Juncker highlighted the strategic importance of the euro and the need to ensure that the single currency can play its full role on the international scene.

Research into rare diseases

Patients with a rare disease often suffer unnecessarily and die prematurely. We need to do much more to develop effective treatments and improve diagnosis. This partnership shows how we can pool Horizon 2020 funding and resources from EU Member States and beyond in order to save lives and protect people.

Let's build a more integrated Custom Union

What if you could help make custom operations simpler, to ease free movement of goods across the EU? If you have expertise in the field, follow the link and answer the questionnaire. A more modern and efficient  Customs Union is in your hands.

How to Connect Young People to Europe? Let Them See It All by Train

Much has changed in the 46 years since Interrail pass was introduced, but the essence of what it offers — experiencing new cultures and meeting new people — has remained the same.

¿Tienes 18 años y ganas deaventuras? Explora Europa participando en #DiscoverEU, una iniciativa de la Unión Europea que ofrece a los jóvenes la oportunidad deviajar por toda Europa.

The future of water is in your hands

You can contribute to shaping the future of EU rules on water. The questionnaire is available in all EU languages.

Creating connections for better job markets

Contribute to the public consultation on the European Network of Public Employment Services.

De Access City Award 2019 gaat naar de Nederlandse stad Breda omdat deze voortdurend verbeteringen doorvoert om het leven gemakkelijker te maken voor mensen met een handicap.

Scientists can predict rare leukaemia 8 years before symptoms begin

A study of more than half a million blood samples has allowed scientists to pinpoint the risk factors for a rare type of leukaemia, enabling them to predict if someone will develop the disease eight years before symptoms appear and opening the door to preventative treatments.

Envie de découvrir l’Europe?

Tu as 18 ans? Tu as envie de découvrir l’Europe? Si la réponse est oui, c’est ton jour de chance ! La Commission Européenne met à disposition 12,000 titres de transport pour l’été prochain. Inscris-toi avant le 11 décembre.

Plazo ampliado para participar en "Young Leaders of Industry Forum"

¿Te gustaría compartir tus ideas sobre cómo puede contribuir la industria europea al desarrollo de una sociedad más próspera y a la preservación del medio ambiente? ¡Regístrate en "Young Leaders of Industry Forum"! Plazo ampliado hasta el 9 de diciembre de 2018.

Avec Isabelle Jégouzo

Expliquer aux Français les politiques de la Commission européenne - c'est une grande part de son travail au quotidien! Rencontre avec Isabelle Jégouzo, responsable de la représentation française de la Commission européenne.

Behind the scenes with Isabelle Jégouzo

Explaining the European Commission policies to the French people – that's a big part of her job everyday! Meet Isabelle Jégouzo, the head of the French Representation of the European Commission.