Europe is ready for a takeoff towards more sustainability. ✈️The new Single European Sky laws are now in force.It'll modernise air traffic management helping over time reduce congestion, improve service quality and innovate while reducing the environmental impact of flying

Meeting new people starts with a simple “Hi!” 🗣️ Lesson 4 of Hungarian Basics on #OnlineLanguageSupport helps you break the ice by talking about hobbies and sparking easy conversations.

Europe’s energy winter ❄️ preparedness is a priority and our #GasStorage target was reached ahead of deadline 1/11.But, storing gas is not enough. #EnergyEfficiency will help to reduce energy consumption and save on energy bills.

We are driving Europe’s sustainability with EU Green Bonds! 💶🌱The European Union is leading the charge in green investment, with NGEU Green Bonds at the heart of our commitment to a sustainable future. These bonds are not just a financial instrument, they are driving real positive change for the environment.These investments are projected to reduce the EU’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 55 million tonnes per year, equivalent to 1.5% of total EU emissions in 2022 or 50% of all annual emissions from international flights in the EU! ✈️With €65 billion in NGEU Green Bonds issued to date, the EU is on track to become the world’s largest issuer of Green Bonds.NGEU Green Bonds are the perfect combination of safety, sustainability, and success, offering investors a unique opportunity to contribute to a greener future while securing a stable return.📘 Dive into the details with the newly released 2024 “NextGenerationEU Green Bonds Allocation and Impact Report”

LIFE is tackling Europe’s plastic problem♻️ The challenge is big, but so is the potential for change. At the recent LIFE networking meeting, #LIFEProjects & experts came together to share progress and explore solutions!

The first 130 projects to be awarded a STEP Seal are now online! 🏆 🌍The STEP Seal is a quality label awarded to excellent projects selected through calls under STEP. The first batch was selected through the 2023 call for proposals of the Innovation Fund and under a 2024 call under Horizon Europe. The first 130 projects that were awarded the STEP Seal aim to develop cutting-edge clean technologies with a focus on energy and industry and digital technologies for space-related applications🧪🔬The Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (#STEP) is a European Commission’s initiative which:🔧 Supports the Industry in Europe and boosts investment in critical technologies🌱 Funds the green and digital transformations🌍 Strengthens the EU’s competitivenessSTEP enables Europeans to access EU funding for their innovative projects in clean and resource efficient technologies, digital technologies and deep-tech innovation and biotechnologies 🚀🔬It also supports projects growing skills necessary to the development of those critical technologies. This will contribute to strengthen innovation and technological leadership of the European Union!

Did you know? Learning a new language can boost memory and even creativity. Make this winter holiday season count with #OnlineLanguageSupport. Start with the basics in 29 languages and explore what’s new this December

EU and other public funds are not sufficient to cover the investments needed to reach our energy and climate objectives 🎯.Therefore, the EU has a structured dialogue with the #FinanceIndustry to de-risk #EnergyEfficiency financing

There’s one week left to submit your application for #PCI or #PMI status in #SmartGrids, #CO2 and projects falling under the Article 24 derogation.

The #HeatPumpAccelerator Platform is a dynamic EU-wide initiative that aims to speed up the roll-out of heat pumps in buildings, industry, and district heating.Interested in becoming a member?Hurry up 🏃!

Biomethane is a form of #RenewableEnergy made from organic waste, such as plant matter or food scraps.In 2022, the EU set an ambitious target to produce 35 billion m3 of #biomethane per year by 2030.Watch our video to learn more 👇 #REPowerEU

The EC🇪🇺 has adopted intermediate targets that EU countries are required to meet in 2025 (1 Feb, 1 May, 1 Jul, 1 Sep) to ensure filled #GasStorage of at least 90% by 1 November 2025.

The 2024-2029 European Commission has just taken office, following last week’s endorsement by the European Parliament. This is the plan for a strong and united 🇪🇺 for all: 🔹Ensure Europe’s sustainable prosperity and competitiveness 🔹Meet our security and defence challenges 🔹Enhance preparedness and crisis management 🔹Support people and strengthen our societies 🔹Sustain our quality of life: Food security, water and nature 🔹Protect our democracy and uphold our values 🔹Focus on our wider neighbourhood to tackle global challenges and promote peace, partnerships, and economic stability

Our Green Bonds have a real positive impact on our environment! 🌳 💶 The European Union is paving the way in green investment, with NGEU Green Bonds playing a crucial role in driving our sustainable future.These investments are projected to reduce the EU’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 55 million tonnes per year—equivalent to 1.5% of total EU emissions in 2022, or the equivalent of replacing 38 million cars with electric ones! 🚗⚡️With €65 billion in NGEU Green Bonds issued so far, the EU is on course to become the world’s largest issuer of Green Bonds.NGEU Green Bonds offer investors a winning combination of safety, sustainability, and success!📘 Discover more in the newly released 2024 “NextGenerationEU Green Bonds Allocation and Impact Report

Cutting #methane slows down global warming, but it is also highly cost-effective, as the methane that is no longer leaked becomes marketable and can recover the investment cost to #ReduceMethane 👍.In focus: EU leading the global energy transition

The EU has reached a historic partnership agreement with Mercosur 🇪🇺🇦🇷🇧🇷🇵🇾🇺🇾This is Mercosur’s first deal with a global partner, strengthening cooperation between two of the world’s largest trade blocs.The agreement will boost EU competitiveness by:🔻 Saving EU businesses €4 billion in duties every year🔻 Creating new opportunities for European companies of all sizes by removing prohibitive tariffs on EU exports🔻 Making trade easier and cheaper in strategic net zero industry sectors such as renewable energy technologies and low-carbon fuels🔻 Ensuring a reliable flow of raw materials, critical for the green transition

Protecting you if things go wrong.The new Product Liability Directive enters into force.From today, as a European consumer, you have more rights if something goes seriously wrong because of a product you bought.A win-win for European consumers and business

2 weeks left to join the Ecodesign Forum! ♻️It will gather a wide range of stakeholders to drive the implementation of the new ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, #ESPR.The call is open until 5/12

The EU continues to be a global leader in sustainable financing! 💶 🌱 The investments financed by NGEU Green Bonds are expected to reduce the EU’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 55 million tonnes per year, which is equivalent to 1.5% of aggregate EU greenhouse gas emissions in 2022, equivalent to GHG emitted by 15 million EU households! 🏘️ And with €65 billion of NGEU Green Bonds issued so far, the EU is squarely on track to becoming the largest issuer of Green Bonds in the world.

Every woman deserves to feel safe. Every girl deserves to dream freely. Let’s stand together to build a future without fear, injustice, or violence. The Commission is committed to making this vision a reality. This year, the first ever EU legislation on combating violence against women and domestic violence entered into force. It criminalises: 🛑physical violence 🛑psychological 🛑economic 🛑and sexual violence against women across the EU, both offline and online. For the first time ever, the EU criminalises gender-based cyber violence, such as non-consensual sharing of intimate images, including deepfakes. The Commission will continue to do everything possible to protect victims and punish offenders.

More and more EU citizens are saying goodbye to plastic bags every year. The numbers speak for themselves: 4.7 billion fewer plastic bags were used in 2022 than the year before! The champions of waste reduction: 🥇🇧🇪 🥈🇵🇱 🥉🇵🇹 Our Plastics Strategy aims to curb plastic waste and littering and improve the economics of plastics recycling. For a cleaner EU, a healthier planet and safer beaches for all.

In the early hours of Saturday 16 November, the European Parliament and Council of the EU agreed on the annual EU Budget 2025, strengthened by the MFF revision! 💶 🤝It will amount to €199.4 billion and will allow to deliver on the EU’s political priorities and address urgent crises such as recent floods, all while reinforcing EU flagship programs like Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe.The Commissioner for the Budget, Johannes Hahn, and the Director General of DG Budget, Stéphanie Riso, have contributed to finding this agreement together – the negotiations were tough but fair and they managed to strike a great balance that will serve EU citizens well.This was likely the last annual budget negotiation of Commissioner Hahn, who is concluding his term as Budget Commissioner – thank you for your excellent cooperation working on the EU budget!

Europe must fight for its freedom to shape its future in an unstable world.We must invest in our prosperity and security.And stay united and true to our values.We will strive for this every single day.Starting from the very first day.

Discover the detailed agenda for this year's edition of the Citizens' Energy Forum ⚡️ taking place on 5 December in Budapest 🇭🇺.Register by 22/11

📣 #EUHaveYourSay and comment on our draft proposal for a repairability index for household tumble dryers 🛠️.The call is open until 3 December 2024

Ensuring shared gas storage capacities in the EU 🇪🇺 is crucial to guarantee security of energy supply & being ready for winter.The binding EU-wide target of 90% was reached already on 19/8. On the deadline 1/11, our #GasStorage is over 95%

🔴 The European Commission fines Teva €462.6 million over misuse of the patent system and disparagement to delay rival multiple sclerosis medicine 👇 ⛔ The Commission found that Teva abused its dominant position to delay competition to its blockbuster medicine for treating multiple sclerosis, Copaxone. This was done by artificially extending Copaxone's patent protection and systematically spreading misleading information about a competing product to hinder its market entry and uptake. 🔍 Our investigation found that Teva abused its dominant position in the markets for glatiramer acetate in Belgium, Czechia, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland and Spain.❌ Today's decision concludes that Teva's abuses were complementary and together amounted to a single and continuous infringement of EU law.💉 This is the first time the Commission has imposed a fine in relation to these two types of practices.

#Hydrogen accounted for < 2% of EU’s energy consumption in 2022, mainly used to produce chemical products.By 2050, #RenewableHydrogen is to cover 10% of the EU’s energy needs.

Over the last 25 years, the European Commission has strengthened rail transport by improving interoperability, reinforcing safety, and developing rail infrastructure. Some of the recent initatives dedicated to trains: 🇪🇺 10 EU pilot projects to boost cross-border rail, including night trains; 🚄 the trans-European transport network that requires trains travelling at speeds of at least 160 km/h by 2040; 👩 the Women in Rail Award, recognising vital contributions of women in the rail sector.

To address competing land use needs for local, sustainable development in #CoalRegionsEU, explore a spatial planning approach with a new toolkit 🔍!

The EU #RenovationWave strategy sets out measures across the whole renovation chain 🏗️🏚️👷‍♂️ that aim to increase the rate & depth of renovations.It also covers other areas, such as🔹 targeted funding🔹 skilled workers🔹 energy poverty

'Movember' is all about encouraging people to grow moustaches to raise visibility and awareness about some aspects of Men's health – prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.The EU is making a difference thanks to:🎗️ the Beating Cancer plan for better access to cancer prevention, early detection, treatment and care;🎗the PRAISE-U project that aims to ensure early detection and diagnosis of prostate cancer;💙 the comprehensive mental health approach, which encompasses different initiatives – from employment to education.Every day, the Commission continues to take steps to build a more resilient #HealthUnion for the EU.#EUCancerPlan #HealthUnion

LIFE tackles #EnergyPoverty head-on 💡 Last month, the EPAH International Annual Conference 2024 brought together nearly 500 experts in #Barcelona to discuss sustainable strategies for energy poverty 💡 The #LIFEProjects, ReHABITA and CoolToRise, are making significant impacts by supporting families across Europe with innovative solutions that reduce costs, improve health and increase #EnergyEfficiency.

Fifty-seven research groups will receive a total of €571 million in European Research Council Synergy Grants, to address some of the most complex scientific problems, covering a wide range of disciplines. The funding fosters collaboration between outstanding researchers, enabling them to combine their expertise, knowledge and resources to push the boundaries of scientific discovery.

📺 Watch Anna Vernet, Head of Unit for Antitrust Pharma and Health Services, explain the reasons behind today’s decision to fine Teva €462.6 million ⬇️🗣 "With today's decision, the Commission is sanctioning Teva's illegal behavior and ensuring that effective competition can lower prices, benefiting Europe’s patients and healthcare systems."

OLS News is out! This month, explore tips for learning 29 languages. Take a moment to complete the #OnlineLanguageSupport General Experience Survey and help improve OLS for everyone.

The 🇪🇺 Commission and the Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance have announced a new partnership to accelerate the #EnergyTransition away from fossil fuels.

LIFE powers #EUBiodiversity 🌿 #LIFEProjects are empowering farmers to protect nature by rewarding them for improving habitats and wildlife! Check out success stories from Ireland, Latvia, and Spain—where these schemes are helping both the planet and farmers thrive 🌱💚

The EU🇪🇺 stepped up efforts to #ReduceMethane emissions with partners at #COP29.The new 'Methane Abatement Partnership Roadmap' will further accelerate the reduction of methane emissions associated with fossil energy production and consumption.

The European Commission has fined META for breaching EU antitrust rules ⬇🗣 'This decision shows once more the Commission's commitment to keeping digital markets competitive and open, giving consumers greater choice and smaller players a fair chance to compete and succeed'.DG Competition's Director for Information Technology, Carlota Reyners Fontana, explains the rationale behind this decision

The Commission welcomes the @ENTSO_E Winter Outlook 2024-2025 report, which confirms that the EU is well-prepared in terms of electricity supply ⚡️ for winter ❄️

At the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP29, starting today in 🇦🇿 Baku, the Commission will work with its global partners to: 🌡️ step up international climate action to keep the 1.5°C global warming target alive; 💰 set a new climate finance goal; 🌍 progress on climate adaptation and resilience Governments, industry, civil society, and citizens must work together to tackle the greatest challenge humanity faces.

Share your input on the EU 🇪🇺 #EnergySecurity architecture.The public consultation and a call for evidence are open until 26 November.#EUHaveYourSay 🧑‍💻

We need high-quality data to make sure #PublicProcurement is effective and transparent. At #TEDTogether2024 join us to learn how that data will be enhanced.

🚨 2024 is on track to be the hottest year on record. We are already seeing the impacts of climate change across Europe and the world. At COP 29 in Baku 🇦🇿, the EU is pushing to substantially increase climate ambition and pushing for even more action, including: 🟢Setting a new global goal on climate finance 🟢Completing negotiations on international carbon markets 🟢Pursuing COP28 commitments to transition away from fossil fuels 🟢Pushing for more ambitious Nationally Determined Contributions 🟢Progressing on adaptation policies and global resilience to climate change 📊 Latest Copernicus ECMWF data. #COP29 #EUatCOP29

DG Energy's new ‘in-focus’ article provides an overview of EU's role leading the global #EnergyTransition 🌐⚡️It also explains EU global objectives and energy partnerships.

The Commission is investing in 133 new #LIFEProgramme projects to support EU's green transition.59 of these projects focus on the clean #EnergyTransition and will🧑‍🤝‍🧑 upskill energy workers🏗️ boost energy renovations🏚️ combat #EnergyPoverty

Provide feed-back on the revised #EUecodesign requirements for external power supplies!The exercise does not only aim at updating the ecodesign rules, it will also provide an important step towards consolidating the EU common charger.

The share of #GeothermalEnergy in the EU’s renewable energy mix is so far small, compared to other #renewables, but it has potential to grow.One of its main advantages is that its not dependent on the weather ☀️🌬️.

🇵🇹Portugal has just launched its test phase for the #SmartReadinessIndicator!Joining 14 other EU countries who are already piloting the SRI’s implementation, with a view to expanding its application.

In the early hours of last Saturday, the European Parliament and Council of the EU agreed on the annual EU Budget 2025, strengthened by the MFF revision! 💶 🤝It will amount to €199.4 billion and will allow to deliver on the EU’s political priorities and address urgent crises such as recent floods, all while reinforcing EU flagship programs like Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe.The Commissioner for the Budget, Johannes Hahn, and the Director General of DG Budget, Stéphanie Riso, have contributed to finding this agreement together – the negotiations were tough but fair and they managed to strike a great balance that will serve EU citizens well.This was likely the last annual budget negotiation of Commissioner Hahn, who is concluding his term as Budget Commissioner – thank you for your excellent cooperation working on the EU budget!

Fashion is one of the least sustainable industries worldwide. About 5 million tonnes of textiles are thrown away every year in the EU, polluting our planet.🍁🍂🌰 As the season changes, let's think twice before running to the shops. Can you repair, reuse, recycle – or restyle – old clothes? Or browse thrift shops for high-quality, pre-loved clothing?The European Commission is creating a greener, more competitive textiles sector with the 🇪🇺 Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles by:🟢 Tackling greenwashing,️🌏 Restricting the export of textile waste and promoting sustainable textiles globally,🗑️ Reversing overproduction and overconsumption, and discouraging the destruction of unsold or returned textiles,♻️ Setting design requirements for textiles to make them last longer, easier to repair and recycle, as well as requirements on minimum recycled content...… to name just a few!

Energy communities have the potential to reduce costs for consumers and promote energy justice ⚖️.The 'Smart Cities Marketplace' initiative has published a policy paper looking at #EnergyCommunities through a local authority lens.

Trick or Treat? 🎃 Pick a trick and surprise everyone by turning your leftover decorative pumpkin into a delicious pie! By doing this, you will prevent it from becoming part of the 59 million tonnes of food waste generated in the EU every year. To prevent food loss and waste across the EU, last year the Commission adopted a proposal to set legally binding food waste reduction targets.

The share of #renewables increased to 52% in the 2nd quarter 2024 - from 46% in Q2 2023.The share of fossil fuels fell significantly to 24% - from 30% in Q2 2023.🇪🇺EU #ElectricityMarkets report Q2 2024

The European flags in front of EU-headquarters in Brussels are at half-mast in solidarity with the victims of the floods in Spain, their families and the rescue teams.The floods in Spain are not only a national tragedy. It’s also a European one.Lloramos con vosotros.Juntos nos levantaremos.

LIFE is powering clean, off-grid energy 💡 With early support from the #LIFEProject CLEANAIRMM, Instagrid is pioneering clean, portable power solutions 🌱 They’re transforming off-grid energy by replacing polluting generators with sustainable alternatives🔋 Sarah Fichtner, Head of ESG Strategy and Sustainability at INSTAGRID, shares insights into their journey as a LIFE program beneficiary

This week, we celebrate 𝟑𝟏 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐔 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩—31 years of unique rights and opportunities for EU nationals. EU citizenship means having the right to: move, vote, be heard and protected.Since the Treaty on the European Union came into effect on 1 November 1993, these freedoms have been an integral part of life for every EU citizen.

The EU offers financing programmes, facilities and initiatives providing⚖️ legal,🧑‍💻 technical, and💶 financial supportto develop large-scale #EnergyEfficiency projects with high investment yields for each euro of public investment.

More than 50 years have passed between these photos of the EU headquarters and now. And we have been able to preserve them thanks to the Commission's audiovisual service, which takes care of EU audiovisual heritage and makes it available to all of you. Want to dig into more #EUHistory? Dive into the EU’s past and present– photos, audio and video are free to download here

The EU 🇪🇺 has more #RenewableEnergy in its heat 🔥production (39%) than other major global regionsUS 🇺🇸 10%China 🇨🇳 0%Global 🌍 5% averageMore #EnergyFacts in the ‘EU Energy in Figures 2024’

To the teachers out there! Here are the necessary tools to help you in your classrooms in the fight against disinformation. This toolkit on "How to spot and fight disinformation” is available for teachers who want to equip their students with essential online navigation skills, including: ✏️ Understanding what disinformation is 📏 Recognising how it spreads 📘 Learning how to respond to it

New #electricity and #gas reports confirm that EU energy markets stabilised in the second quarter 2024, relative to Q2 2023.⚡️ 52% electricity was generated from #renewables ⚡️ gas import volumes remained on a downward trend

Last year, the EU and Japan have sealed a landmark deal at the G7 Trade Ministerial in Osaka.Here’s a snapshot of the key highlights: 🎌 Digital powerhouses unite🎌 Unlocking cross-border data🎌 Ending data localisation burdensThis landmark agreement takes the EU into the digital age, highlighting the need for free data flow and global data rules.

When climate disasters hit, Europe is stronger when we stand together.European Commission is proposing amendments to key EU regulations to quickly mobilise funds to support EU countries affected by unprecedented climate-related disasters.The amendments will cover:➡️ The European Regional Development Fund ➡️ The Cohesion Fund➡️ The European Union Solidarity Fund➡️ The European Agricultural Fund for Rural DevelopmentThese measures, combined with existing available resources, will ensure that EU countries can rebuild using the ‘build back better' approach.🟢 More sustainable, resilient, and inclusive societies are the way forward.

While modern energy solutions are driving Europe’s transition away from fossil fuels, they come with an increased demand on our #EnergyInfrastructure.⚡️ EU electricity consumption is projected to rise by 60% between 2023 and 2030Learn more in DG Energy's October 'in focus article'

If you are planning on going on #ErasmusPlus to study abroad, or maybe working with #highereducation institutions in a different country, the #EurydiceEU Network can help you getting organised! ✈️The Network has just launched a 🆕 online tool that gives you an overview on the academic calendars, including holidays length and timings across 37 countries. Plan your academic year with it!

🔬 Celebrating visionary research!With nearly €1 million from Horizon EU's Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, David Baker’s protein research earned him the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.His work paves the way for progress in medicine, nanomaterials, and precision sensors

In which European education systems do primary and secondary students have the longest holidays? And when do they start?Find the answers to these questions and more in the latest #EurydiceEU update on school calendars across Europe. This new interactive web tool offers detailed information on the start of the school year, along with the timing and length of school holidays.Discover it now!

A Game-Changer for Biomedicine: Embracing Sustainability for Health Innovation!The EU🇪🇺's new project in France🇫🇷 aims to transform biomedicine production, and the potential outcomes are remarkable:✅Better Health Solutions: More effective and sustainable production methods can lead to improved medical treatments for patients.✅Economic Growth: As the project expands, it is expected to create jobs and boost local economies within the biomedicine sector.✅Environmental Sustainability: By implementing eco-friendly practices, we can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of biomedicine production.✅Increased Innovation: This initiative could ignite further advancements in research and development, driving technological progress that benefits both health and our planet.#CohesionPolicy #biomedicine #Healthcare

Empowering Communities: The EU's Initiative for Climate Recovery The European Commission is making important strides to support member states in recovering from climate disasters, focusing on sustainable solutions that bring real value to people and the planet.By investing in resilient infrastructure and green initiatives, we’re not only addressing immediate needs but also fostering long-term benefits for communities and the environment. These efforts can lead to job creation, improved public health, and a stronger connection to nature.As we navigate the challenges of climate change, let's champion these initiatives that prioritize the well-being of our communities and the health of our planet.🔗 Discover more about the EU's initiatives

The 🇪🇺 is ready to make #PeaceWithNature 🌱#COP16Colombia starts today and the decisions that the international community will make, will shape our 🌍 planet's future.The EU will work with international partners to stop and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030

The EC 🇪🇺 has published its assessment of the draft updated National Energy and Climate Plan of Austria 🇦🇹. It includes recommendations on where Austria should raise its ambitions in line with the agreed EU objectives for 2030. #EUGreenDeal

Are you a supplier of products with an EU 🇪🇺 #EnergyLabel?As of 22/10 you must be electronically verified in the European Product Registry for Energy Labelling.Feeling lost in the process? 🤔 Consult the step-by-step guide in the #EPREL user manual

#EUHaveYourSay to evaluate the performance of the EU's #EnergySecurity ⚡️ architecture.The public consultation and call for evidence are open for input until 26 November.

The global share 🌐 of #RenewableEnergy sources in the electricity sector is forecast to expand from 30% in 2023 to reach 46% in 2030. 'Fact of the month' - from @IEA report - in DG Energy's October newsletter

The EU🇪🇺 has a comprehensive #EnergySecurity architecture in place, but during the energy crisis, gaps were identified. 📣#EUHaveYourSay and provide your input by 26/11 to the public consultation or the call for evidence #REPowerEU

🔍 Simplifying EU laws, less reporting, and cutting costs boost competitiveness and make people’s lives easier, with fewer burdens and more transparency. To achieve this, the Fit for Future Platform experts worked hard during their four-year mandate, delivering 41 opinions and around 260 suggestions across key areas like: 💶 Procurement, state aid & EU funds 🛃 Taxation & customs 🌍 Climate, migration & sustainability 🌾 Agriculture & capital markets union 🛡️ Product safety & health 💻 Digital transformation & statistics

The 2024 EU Energy in Figures pocketbook provides statistical data on the EU #EnergySector.EU's share of #RenewableEnergy in the total energy supply rose from 19% in 2021 to 25% in 2022.

According to Eurobarometer, 71% of Europeans say they often come across disinformation. This is why media literacy is important – to navigate the digital environment and identify disinformation. Disinformation can cause confusion, mistrust, and even harm. Before you share something online: Pause. Think. Check. It’s a small step that can protect you and those you share information with.

The European Research Area aims to create a single, borderless market for research, innovation and technology across the EU. The new Commission's Communication reviews the progress on four key objectives: 🔹 Prioritising investment and reforms 🔹 Improving access to excellence 🔹 Translating results into economic impact🔹 Deepening the research area While the EU has made significant progress, more work is needed to fully unlock its R&I potential to compete on the global stage.

🌍 From space, our planet is breathtaking. What if space can help us keep it that way? The Copernicus Programme provides real-time data and forecast information vital for biodiversity protection. With its satellites and ground instruments, Copernicus' contribution helps manage vulnerable and endangered ecosystems and combat threats like climate change. During COP16 in Colombia, the EU is highlighting the its commitment to tackling biodiversity loss through integrated solutions and swift nature-based approaches. EU action on the ground and from space plays a pivotal role in safeguarding our planet’s future.

🌉The bridge in your hometown🏞️The natural park in your region🏰The cultural heritage castle in your cityYou can explore over 1.9 million EU-supported projects on our portal!Easily navigate and see the impact of EU funding across Europe! ↓#EUfunded

This week, the Council of the European Union adopted proposals to enhance rights for millions of people with disabilities across the EU. Here’s how they will make a difference: 🆔The European Disability Card: a recognized proof of disability throughout the EU, ensuring cardholders access to essential services in all 27 EU countries, from transport to cultural events. 🅿️ The Enhanced European Parking Card: this will guarantee uniform parking rights across EU countries, providing greater independence for individuals with disabilities.

This World Food Day, we celebrate the colours and flavours of the season!🗺️ Take a culinary journey through Europe, discovering its finest foods and flavours, that are protected by geographical indications.From the 🇵🇹 pears discovered on a farm in Sintra over 150 years ago to the oak wood honey from the ancient forests of Strandzha 🇧🇬 – these foods are a part of our unique history, tradition, and heritage.The EU protects these unique products with quality schemes, including the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI).

The EU Ecolabel makes green choices easy 🍃 To receive the EU Ecolabel, products must demonstrate outstanding environmental performance across their entire life cycle, including: ✔️ raw material extraction, ✔️ production, distribution, ✔️ usage, and disposal.

Energy Communities are citizen-led initiatives driving the clean #EnergyTransition. They empower local communities to produce, manage and consume their own ⚡energy.Learn more about #EUEnergyCommunities and check out the interactive map

A number can save your life: 112.If you are facing an emergency, dial it anywhere in the EU to receive immediate support. How does it work?1️⃣️ You can call from fixed and mobile phones to contact any emergency service: an ambulance, the fire brigade, or the police.1️⃣ The operator will either deal with the request directly or transfer the call to the most appropriate emergency service.2️⃣ In many countries, the service is available in the national languages and English or French.112 is also available in countries outside our Union, such as Switzerland and worldwide on GSM mobile networks.

Ready to transform your island’s 🏝️ energy future? Join the #CE4EUislands Follower Islands programme and learn from the best!Gain expert guidance on how to fast-track your island’s #EnergyTransition.

Today is #WorldHabitatDay 🏞️Europe has a stunning diversity of wild animals, plants and habitats, many of which are not found anywhere else in the world.However, over 1/4 of Europe’s animal species are at risk of extinction and 81% of the EU habitats are in poor status ⚠️To protect biodiversity, the 🇪🇺 #NatureRestoration Law aims to restore at least 20% of the EU’s land and sea areas by 2030, and ultimately all ecosystems in need of restoration by 2050.

When Bosnia and Herzegovina called for aid, Europe responded swiftly. Following devastating floods, the EU has promptly deployed search and rescue teams and sent emergency supplies to support first responders in 🇧🇦. Twelve countries have offered help via the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism, and our Copernicus satellite is providing images to help assess the damage. Thank you 🇭🇷🇸🇮🇷🇸🇲🇪🇦🇱🇭🇺🇷🇴🇹🇷🇵🇱🇸🇰🇲🇰🇩🇪! This is #EUsolidarity in action.

The EU is investing in #offshore renewables 🌬️ 🌊 to deliver on climate goals, reduce energy prices, and ensure #EnergySecurity.To reach these goals, the EU aims to produce 111 GW of offshore ⚡️ energy by 2030, and 317 GW by 2050.

Who hasn’t played a round or two with the ‘No Internet Connection’ T-Rex?🦖We've all experienced that moment when our connection drops, and we're left tapping the screen in hopes of reconnecting!But now, with the new #WiFi4EU app, you'll be able to enjoy free and high-speed WiFi in public spaces across Europe.

5 tips to help biodiversity from our houses 🏡👇🍂 Don't pick up the leaves from your garden – they are habitat for many, from birds to butterflies🌱 Plant before it’s too cold! Plants are a top treat for biodiversity🦔 Get a little hedge for the little hedgehog. Hedges can act as wildlife corridors🧪 Say no to chemicals! They can be dangerous for insects🐦 Build a home for the birds. Tip: put it close to your window and enjoy birdwatchingLet's follow these simple steps #ForNature!

Safer roads by 2030: How far have we come? 👇 In 2023, the EU saw a 1% decrease in road fatalities, with 20,400 lives lost. That’s a 10% decrease since 2019, but not enough to achieve our targets. We need more progress to halve road deaths by 2030 and achieve #VisionZero: zero road deaths by 2050. Last year, European Commission proposed new measures to tackle road safety and are currently developing guidance to help authorities make our road infrastructure safer. Together – road users, infrastructure managers, and authorities at all levels – European Commission needs to do more to make our roads safer for everyone.

Digital education can be fantastic for language learners. It can provide opportunities for live communication with native speakers who live in other countries at a very low cost, or no cost at all. The use of various language learning apps can further reduce the barriers to learning. At the same time, face-to-face communication is difficult to replace and small nuances that are important when learning languages can be hard to convey through a screen. On the European Day of Languages, September 26, the Hub invites you for a webinar with Sofia Guzzon, language learning expert and member of the Squad on Immersive Learning and Marine Lanteri, who holds a PhD in English didactics and is a Community facilitator for collaborative knowledge building in the Hub. They will discuss the pros and cons of digital language learning with you.There will be two sessions, one in the morning 10:00 – 11:00 and one in the afternoon, 14:00 – 15:00. Register here!#EDLangs #EuropeanDayofLanguages

Portugal has been facing devastating forest fires.But they were not alone in this fight.The EU has activated its Civil Protection Mechanism to provide emergency support. Eight planes from four EU countries 🇪🇸 🇫🇷 🇮🇹 🇬🇷 were mobilised to support firefighters in the north of the country.The EU will help rebuild – the EU Solidarity Fund may cover parts of the damage and it is possible to mobilise up to €500 million under Portugal’s Cohesion Policy programmes.

World Space Week has kicked-off! Let’s travel to a galaxy far, far away – with the powerful European space telescope, Euclid. ༘⋆₊ ⊹★🔭๋࣭ ⭑⋆｡˚ It aims to bring astronomers closer than ever to answering a longstanding question: will the universe, which is expanding, do so forever? The space telescope will create the most extensive 3D-map of the universe, by observing the light from galaxies out to 10 billion light-years.

When soil temperatures in Portugal reach 60°C, the grazing of sheep 🐑 helps with:🌳 Plant recovery💧 Water penetration🌱 Soil healthHere is how Portuguese farmers fight drought in region brimming with tourists 👇#WaterWiseEU

What does regional industrial diversification in the #JustTransition from coal entail?#CoalRegionsEU can learn more from the new technical assistance report in Stara Zagora 🇧🇬.This and more recent publications on coal regions in transition

The next round of #DiscoverEU is open! Apply by 16 October to win a 30-day train pass to explore Europe if you are: 🔹 born between 1 January 2006 and 31 December 2006 🔹 a citizen or a resident of the 🇪🇺 or 🇮🇸, 🇱🇮, 🇲🇰, 🇳🇴, 🇷🇸 or 🇹🇷 This is your opportunity to discover new cultures, meet new people, and create unforgettable memories!

Have you ever wondered how much CO2 your next flight will produce?Over 80% of passengers want to know, too.Currently, there is no harmonised methodology for estimating flight emissions. This is why the Commission is launching a public consultation to gather feedback on the EU Flight Emissions Label (FEL).This initiative will help passengers make more informed choices about their carbon footprint when booking flights in the EU.Your voice matters—get involved and help shape a greener future!

Industrial Carbon Management is key 🔑 in removing #CO2 from the atmosphere and creating new opportunities for #EUIndustry.To learn more, join the #ICMForum in Pau 🇫🇷 on 10-11 October, or follow the 📹 live streaming.Info & draft agenda

40 years of success stories. 40 years of supporting research. This year we are celebrating 40 years of 🇪🇺 science and innovation programmes. 🔭 Over the years, the EU has invested about €283 billion in research. 🏆More than 30 Nobel Prizes have been won by EU-funded researchers. 👩‍🔬 More than 120,000 grants have been provided to about 75,000 beneficiaries. Now, what’s next? The EU's ambitious Horizon Europe programme will continue to support research and innovation with a budget of €93.5 billion until 2027. It will focus on tackling climate change, achieving sustainable development goals and boosting the EU’s competitiveness. For a greener, fairer and more competitive 🇪🇺 Europe. #EU40YearsRI #EUfunded #EUMissions

The EU bridges inequalities with sound solidarity. Cohesion Policy helps our Union move forward together, ensuring no one is left behind. It supports projects that reduce social and economic disparities across the EU. One way to achieve this is by investing in infrastructure and transport. For example, it helped:🚆 connect 🇮🇹 🇸🇮 🇭🇷 with a new Cross-Border Train Line; 🇬🇷 build the new metro network in Thessaloniki counting 13 stations; 🇷🇴 modernise the tram lines in Timișoara. A more cohesive Union is a stronger Union. #EUinmyregion

On 27 September the EC 🇪🇺 launched a 4-week call for feedback on the draft delegated act, which clarifies the methodology for evaluating the #EmissionSavings of low-carbon #hydrogen and fuels.

What does EU ⚡ energy policy mean to #EUcitizens?💶 affordability🔬 innovation🌱 climate neutrality

The EC recently published 9 country fiches for each of the Contracting Parties of the @Ener_Community. They present key 🗝️ information on the national energy sectors, #EnergySecurity, improvements in #EnergyEfficiency ⚡️ #decarbonisation and more.

Nearly 1,000 attendees, including AI providers, industry leaders, civil society members, academics, and experts gathered to begin drafting the first Code of Practice for general-purpose AI models.Many topics are being discussed: transparency, copyright, and mitigation measures, among others.The final Code will be unveiled in April 2025.

Data from @EU_Eurostat shows that among people at risk of poverty or social exclusion, Estonia, the Netherlands & Lithuania reported the highest rates of #EnergyEfficiency improvements of dwellings they live in, while Cyprus, Malta & Italy had the lowest.

Social engineering – heard of it? Attackers are becoming more creative, engineering scams that exploit your trust and trick individuals, businesses, and organisations into sharing sensitive information.On the occasion of the European #CyberSecMonth, remember to stay vigilant online and boost your skills to spot these manipulative tactics.

Are you an expert in open data and related domains such as data visualisation or in areas where #AI and data come together? 📊 Take the floor at #EUOpenDataDays2025, 19-20 March 2025! Share your work, ideas and vision. Be part of it.

The Energy Poverty Advisory Hub organises a conference in Barcelona 🇪🇸 on 15-16/10, focusing on #EnergyPoverty alleviation.To book your seat at #EPAHConf24, register by 4 October at the latest 👇#EPAH agenda & reg

𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐁𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 “𝐔𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭” 𝐄𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬! ⚠️We’ve all seen those emails claiming you're in line for a fortune 👑But beware – it could be a phishing scam, a type of social engineering designed to steal your personal information!Phishing emails often contain telltale signs like:🚩 Suspicious email addresses🚩 Requests for personal info🚩 Spelling mistakes🚩 Urgent type of languageStay vigilant and protect your data! Follow these cybersecurity tips:🔒 Create strong, unique passwords🔍 Always double-check suspicious links📧 Avoid opening unexpected attachments🔑 Enable two-factor authentication📱 Keep your devices updated⚠️ Avoid using unknown USB drives

The Commission has requested information from YouTube, Snapchat, and TikTok about the design of their recommender systems under the Digital Services Act. YouTube and Snapchat need to detail their algorithms’ parameters and their role in amplifying risks, including users' mental well-being and protection of minors. TikTok must explain measures against manipulation and risks to elections, media pluralism, and civic discourse.

What should EU🇪🇺 energy policy focus on in the next 5 years?⚡ more affordable prices⚡ decrease consumption ⚡ increase EU independence⚡ invest in technologies⚡ advance climate neutralitySpecial

In our Union, we:🌍 Speak 24 official languages🎉 Embrace 60 regional and indigenous languages spoken by 40 million people🚀 Thrive in multilingualism, with 3 in 5 Europeans speaking a foreign languageToday we mark the European Day of Languages to celebrate the magic of language learning – the key to making connections, exploring new cultures, forging friendships and making travel a breeze!

Equality, inclusion, and participation – universal rights we all deserve.Europe's Roma community is a vital part of our diverse society, with 10-12 million members across the EU and beyond.The mid-term report on the EU's Roma Strategic Framework 2020-2030 highlights progress in tackling discrimination, but it remains unacceptably high, holding many Roma back from reaching their full potential in society.Let's work together to build a true #UnionOfEquality that upholds these values.

The EU is reducing its energy dependencies.The share of renewable energy in the EU increased to 46% in the first quarter of 2024, outplaying fossil fuels.The 🇪🇺 electricity market report also shows that the share of fossil fuels fell significantly to 25%, compared to 31% in the first quarter of 2023.

The EU mobilises assistance for wildfires in Madeira.Following Portugal’s activation of the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism, the European Commission has deployed 2 Canadair planes from the #rescEU reserve in Spain to support the emergency response.The Copernicus emergency satellite system has also been activated to provide maps.#EUSolidarity is in action

The deadline for the Blue Book Traineeship is 30 August at 10 CEST.No matter your age, if you are passionate about the EU, this is an opportunity you might not want to miss.

The EU has filled gas storage to 90% capacity, over 2 months ahead of the November 1 deadline. This is crucial for winter energy security, covering up to one-third of the EU’s gas demand.The European Commission will keep monitoring the level while staying laser-focused on energy efficiency and renewable energy roll-out.

The #YouthWiki report “Youth mainstreaming, youth impact assessment, and youth checks” is out.The European Commission is boosting youth participation by promoting youth mainstreaming across key policy fields. Discover the different youth impact assessment tools and compare youth checks in this insightful report.

The global race for future tech is on, and Europe is ready to switch gears. Today, the European Commission has approved a €5 billion German measure to support the construction of a microchip plant in Dresden.This will boost Europe’s supply security, resilience, and digital sovereignty in semiconductor tech, aligning with the European Chips Act and supporting digital and green transitions.

LIFE is protecting Europe’s forests.LIFE Project Prognoses is on a mission to safeguard Europe’s historic beech forests. These ancient woods are essential for CO2 absorption and wildlife habitats.

On World Photography Day, discover how the EU Space Programme is helping make a difference by collecting data on climate, land and oceans to help fight climate change and more.

2023 was the deadliest year for aid workers. And 2024 may follow the same trend. On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we pay tribute to all aid workers risking their lives to help. The European Commission has established an initiative to ensure they are #NotATarget.Saving lives should not cost lives.

📢 The EU #NatureRestoration Law entered into force!It sets binding targets to restore degraded ecosystems, particularly those with the most potential to capture and store carbon and to prevent and reduce the impact of natural disasters.A key instrument to #RestoreNature, reach climate neutrality by 2050, and guarantee food security for all

The support service for #CitizenLedRenovation has selected 6 pilot projects in 🇮🇹 🇪🇸🇧🇪🇦🇹!These pilots will receive extensive support in project development, implementation & replication, setting a blueprint for others to follow.

#DYK that #biomass for energy ⚡️ was the EU's main source of #RenewableEnergy in 2021?It accounted for about 59% of the renewable energy consumption. The biggest producer of solid biomass the same year was Germany 🇩🇪.More about sustainable #bioenergy

🇪🇺 The EU, close to you!There are more than 430 Europe Direct centres across the EU. Probably one is closer than you think!If you are considering studying abroad, seeking startup funding, engaging in professional exchanges, or exploring EU democracy, Europe Direct has the answers for you.

#DYK that the revised #EPDB directive helps increase renovation 🏗️🏘️ in the EU? It also supports🔹 better air quality🔹 the #digitalisation of #EnergySystems for buildings🔹 the roll-out of infrastructure for sustainable mobility

The EU 🇪🇺 #hydrogen and gas #decarbonisation package was published on 15 July. The revised #GasMarket rules (Directive EU/2024/1788 and Regulation EU/2024/1789) are now in force in all EU countries.

The reformed EU #ElectricityMarket rules enter into force today. They are designed to incentivise the clean #EnergyTransition ⚡️ while delivering on key 🗝️ objectives of #EnergySecurity and affordability.

Are you familiar with the Trans-European Networks for Energy ⚡️ policy?It aims to develop better connected, smart #EnergyInfrastructure. Its main benefits include🔹 removed bottlenecks🔹 improved market integration🔹 strengthened competitiveness

The revised 🇪🇺 Anti-Trafficking Directive enters into force, with stronger rules to prevent and combat this crime, such as:⛓️‍💥 Stronger tools for public authorities to investigate and prosecute new forms of exploitation,⛓️‍💥 Common procedures among the EU countries to address emerging issues,⛓️‍💥 Better support to victims and stricter criminalisation.

Applications for the next round of the Blue Book Traineeship are now OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🎉Are you passionate about the EU?Are you ready to work in a dynamic environment with colleagues from all over our Union and beyond?If yes, you just might be the perfect candidate!Check the formal requirements and file your application

🎉 This year, the euro celebrates its 25th anniversary! Since its introduction, it has become the shared currency of 20 EU countries, serving over 340 million people within the European Union.Do you want to learn more about euro coin design? Have a look

The new Bologna Process Implementation report has been recently published. It examines the latest policy commitments and their implementation in the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). David Crosier, Olga Davydovskaia, Anna Horvath, Daniela Kocanova, Snejina Nikolova, #EurydiceEU analysts and authors of this report answer a few questions.Don't miss this conversation!

Do you recognise this stunning island located in the EU? 👇A little hint: it’s part of an archipelago with five main islands in the Mediterranean.A natural wonder that we need to preserve.Roughly 8 million tonnes of plastics go yearly into the sea, a large amount of which is fishing gear. Much of it is made of modern plastics that can last up to 600 years in the ocean, capturing and killing marine life.By 2030 ➡️ the EU is expected to reduce the plastic waste in our oceans by 50% and microplastics by 30% thanks to our Zero Pollution Action Plan.📷 Formentera, Spain. Photo taken by 🛰️ @copernicus_eu. Copernicus provides authoritative information on past, present, and future climate, as well as tools to enable climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies. ©European Union, 2022#EuropeanUnion #EUGreenDeal

It’s sustainability o’clock time 🕙 🌱This month new EU rules on Ecodesign for Sustainable Products enter into force.These will set new standards for green products in the EU, prioritising circularity, energy efficiency and overall sustainability.

It’s raining again in Paris, but this time it’s medals for the EU countries. 🏅 We just hit the 176 marks on the EU Countries medal counter! A big round of applause for the dedication and teamwork of EU athletes!Let's celebrate the spirit of sport and the power of unity.

Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) 🚘🔌 in the EU reached over 537 000 in Q1 2024. New #EVs sold = 20% market share!More in our new ⚡️#ElectricityMarkets report🔗

Skills development for economic opportunities is one key way to see workers through a just #EnergyTransition.The #CoalRegionsEU's START report offers plenty of inspiration for other coal regions to support workers 👇#JustTransition in Heves County 🇭🇺

Would you like to travel with your furry friends this summer?With the EU Pet Passport, you can travel easily and safely with your cat, dog or ferret in the EU thanks to our passports for pets.How?👩‍⚕️ 👨‍⚕️ Ask your local vet,💾 micro-chip your four-legged friends,🦇 vaccinate them against rabies,⚕️ and make sure they had treatment against tapeworm (for certain countries).

The Industrial Carbon Management Forum is co-hosted by the European Commission 🇪🇺 and the French Ministry in charge of energy.It will be a hybrid event, taking place in Pau 🇫🇷 on 10-11 October 2024.

Save the date for the #PCIdaysEU!The 2024 edition of the PCI Energy ⚡️ Days, dedicated to the implementation of Projects of Common Interest & Projects of Mutual Interest, takes place on 4-5/11 in Brussels.

Can’t attend the Annual Political Dialogue in person? Register to join #CoalRegionsEU and other stakeholders online! 💻 All sessions will be live-streamed, so don’t miss out.Save your spot by July 10

The 'in focus article' from DG Energy picks up on recent EU 🇪🇺 rules that give new rights and stronger protections for #EnergyConsumers. It also explains how we, as ⚡️consumers, can be a driving force of the clean #EnergyTransition.

The Commission 🇪🇺 has recently published 3 Recommendations and guidance notes to EU countries on how to transpose Articles 4-10 of the revised #EnergyEfficiency Directive into national law.

New #EUecodesign rules to reduce the #EnergyConsumption & facilitate repair 🛠️ of industrial fans were adopted today.Compared to 2011 rules, they will generate annual #EnergySavings of 8 TWh by 2030, increasing to 14 TWh/year by 2040.

A Eureka moment for the EU... and you! This year, we are celebrating 40 years of EU research and innovation programmes. From turning CO₂ into stone to tackling space debris, EU-funded scientists have pushed the frontiers of knowledge leading to many scientific breakthroughs. Here are 8 such examples of EU-funded progress. ↓ #EUdelivers #ResearchImpactEU

🌿 Embracing nature's solutions 🌿In the past, engineers in southern Sweden relied on concrete barriers to combat rising sea levels. Now, thanks to #LIFEProject, Life Coast Adapt is developing and using natural solutions to address this threat

⏩ Let's shape EU green & digital futureThe green and digital transition are considered as twins! 🟢🔵That's why the Commission has activated the initial Destination Earth (DestinE) system in Finland to develop a highly accurate digital twin of the Earth 🌐This will:✔️ simulate the effects of climate change and extreme weather events;✔️help Europe to be better prepared to respond to major natural disasters and adapt to climate change;✔️support the implementation of the European strategy for data

Are you looking for funding for your project in Quantum technology ⚛️, underwater communication 🤿, AI 🤖, cybersecurity or autonomous vehicles 🚗 in the field of defence? 💻 Then check out 13 new STEP hashtag#EuropeanDefenceFund calls on the STEP Portal!📑 The calls have been published on the STEP Portal under the digital tech (12) and clean tech (1) ‘Get funding’ tab.🗓️ The deadline to apply is 5 November 2024

Funding available under the new #EU4Health calls for proposals on cancer:📝 4 topics📅 Deadline : 10/10Any questions? Join the info session on 26 June #EUCancerPlan

The EU seeks to build a robust and future-proof economy that secures long-term prosperity for all Europeans. European Commission presented the 2024 European Semester Spring Package to boost our overall economic resilience, strengthen fiscal sustainability and improve the EU’s competitiveness. To do so, it is encouraging EU countries to consider: 🔸 Effective delivery of #NextGenerationEU and Cohesion Policy 🔸 Policy guidance to enhance competitiveness 🔸 Strengthening fiscal sustainability 🔸 Supporting the creation of quality jobsThe EU will continue to address structural challenges that hamper our competitiveness, ensuring higher productivity growth and stronger investment and addressing labour and skills shortages. #EuropeanSemester

💶 Today the Commission has proposed an annual EU budget of €199.7 billion for 2025!The budget will be complemented by an estimated €72 billion of disbursements under NextGenerationEU. This substantial financial envelope will support the EU in meeting its political priorities 🏛 📜 while integrating the changes agreed in the mid-term revision of the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) in February 2024. The draft budget 2025 directs funds to where they can make the greatest difference, in cooperation and in line with the needs of the EU Member States and our partners around the world 🤝🌍 to make Europe more resilient and fit for the future to the benefit of EU citizens and businesses 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🏪 The Commission proposes to allocate the following amounts to the various EU priorities (in commitments)

There is no excuse for gender-based violence.This month, the first ever EU legislation on combating violence against women and domestic violence entered into force, which criminalises at different forms of violence against women offline and online.

Funding available under the new #EU4Health calls for proposals on cancer:📝 4 topics📅 Deadline : 10/10Any questions? Join the info session on 26 June #EUCancerPlan

Are you looking for funding for your project in Quantum technology ⚛️, underwater communication 🤿, AI 🤖, cybersecurity or autonomous vehicles 🚗 in the field of defence? 💻 Then check out 13 new STEP hashtag#EuropeanDefenceFund calls on the STEP Portal!📑 The calls have been published on the STEP Portal under the digital tech (12) and clean tech (1) ‘Get funding’ tab.🗓️ The deadline to apply is 5 November 2024

Summer is here! Have you packed your bags yet? ☀️🛄No need to mind about your mobile data or areas with poor connectivity! #WiFi4EU is connecting people all over Europe: ✔️ Free access to secure and high-speed internet ✔️ 93,000+ hotspots in municipalities ✔️In parks, schools, health centres, and other public spaces. Find your nearest hotspot and stay connected with free Wi-Fi

EU #CohesionPolicy has financed projects in every corner of our Union!It is focused on reducing the social and economic disparities within the 🇪🇺 and one of its goals is to create local jobs at heritage sites and attract visitors to specific cities and locations.💡Are you aware of EU funded projects in your region? Have a look at them, you might be surprised

💶 Where do Bulgaria, Czechia, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Sweden stand in the journey towards joining the euro area? Are you curious about their progress?Have a look at the 2024 Convergence Report published by the European Commission!

The transition to the new Commission mandate is approaching 🔁What does the College of Commissioners do?🔹Ensures the application of EU treaties🔹Proposes and enforces EU policies🔹Represents the Union externally, except in foreign and security policy🔹Implements the EU budget

The Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and Kenya entered into force! This agreement will: 🔹boost trade in goods on both sides, 🔹increase investment flows, 🔹contribute to sustainable economic growth This comprehensive partnership includes strong commitments to sustainable development, environmental protection, gender equality and labour rights.

Planning your holidays in Greece? Get a head start by learning essential phrases! 🌞 Talk about the weather and everyday items, so you're set for your Greek adventure. Explore the new content on #OnlineLanguageSupport

Are you looking for funding for your biotech project to develop vaccines, new antivirals or technologies for medicine production? 💉💊🔬Then check out the 3 new #EU4Health calls on the STEP Portal!The Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform is a European Commission’s initiative which:🔧 Supports European Industry in Europe and boosts investment in critical technologies🌱 Funds the green and digital transitions🌍 Strengthens the EU’s competitivenessSTEP enables easier access EU funding for innovative projects in clean and resource efficient technologies, digital technologies and deep-tech innovation, and biotechnologies 🚀🔬Want to apply to one of the 3 #EU4Health new calls? Then check our new portal and apply before 5 September 2024

How many languages do you speak? 🗣️ Tu les as apprises à l'école? Fördert deine Schule die Mobilität der Schüler:innen? Multilingualism is one of the eight key competences recommended by the Council for lifelong learning. Yet, language learning is becoming less popular and often focuses on just a few EU languages.Take part in this short survey and share your views by 7 July!

🇪🇺The European elections took place, so what's next?Do you want to know more about the composition of the European Commission and the process to appoint leaders of EU institutions? Find out here what is ahead in the coming weeks and months

📢 Join the #EUClimatePact photo competition and capture climate action around you! 📸 If you are involved in initiatives that make your home, city or community more climate friendly, share how you're making a difference with striking images, inspire others, and have the chance to win prizes! 📆Deadline: 28 June (12:00 PM CEST) Get involved now!#MyWorldOurPlanet

The EU is once again STEPing up for industrial leadership! 👣🇪🇺🌍 The Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (#STEP) is an EU initiative which:🔧 Supports European industry and boosts investment in critical technologies🌱 Funds the green and digital transitions🌍 Strengthens the EU’s competitivenessSTEP enables easier access to EU funding for innovative projects in clean and resource efficient technologies, digital technologies and deep-tech innovation, and biotechnologies ♻️🚀🔬 STEP also supports skills necessary to build those critical technologies.This will put the EU at the forefront of technological and innovative progress!Learn more about STEP on our new Portal

Join this European School Education Platform webinar for an interactive discussion introducing the European Climate Pact🌱This webinar is designed for the school context and will showcase activities, digital tools, and resources to support climate change education. Find out how to engage your students in climate action and develop their civic participation and community engagement skills! 🌿🗓️ Wednesday 19 June🕒 16:00 CEST🔗

The Great Green Wall initiative - EU Global Gateway Flagship​The EU support to the Great Green Wall (GGW) was a pledge at the 2021 One Planet Summit to provide more than € 700 million per year on this initiative. It has now become an African Union – EU Global Gateway Investment Package Flagship. The GGW initiative seeks to re-green the region of the Sahel and the Horn of Africa from Senegal to Somalia through a mosaic of green and productive landscapes. Regreening Africa​The second phase of the initiative 'Regreening Africa' for land restoration has been announced beginning of 2024 in 7 countries of the Great Green Wall. It follows 'Regreening Africa – Phase I' which restored large areas of land for the benefit of people, biodiversity, and climate. It engaged with more than 600.000 households and brought over 350.000 hectares under restoration. Landscapes For Our FutureAnother global initiative, 'Landscapes For Our Future (LFF)' promotes Integrated landscape management (ILM), as a strategic approach to the way land and natural resources are used. It balances values, benefits, risks and trade-offs when planning and managing resource extraction, land use activities, and environmental conservation and management.Preserving soil fertility through agroecology​From another perspective, going from agriculture development to environment protection, EU DeSIRA initiative relies on science and research to develop innovation with a large range of actors in agri-food systems in developing countries. This initiative largely relies on the development of agroecology and nature-based solutions implementing results supported by research. Agroecology pushes for soil conservation and rehabilitation to contribute to innovations back-to-back with the farmers involved. to address the challenge of soil degradation.

1 day to go 🗳️ 🇪🇺The #EUelections2024 are your chance to make your voice heard. This week #UseYourVote.Don’t let others decide for you.All you need to know about the European elections

Over 430 million individuals globally suffer from disabling hearing loss, and by 2050 that number will exceed 900 million. We’re thrilled to share the significant advancements made by the #EUfunded MOSAICS project, a groundbreaking collaboration between Cochlear Ltd and Radboud University Medical Center! 🌍✨Their goal ➡️ to enhance the quality of life for cochlear implant wearers and reshape the future of auditory health.

Knowing how the EU impacts things we care about is important, especially before casting your vote this week. To see what the EU does for you and your region, check this out:#UseYourVote

Let’s hit the polls! 🗳️Democracy is a precious gift passed on to us from previous generations.Now it is up to us to pass it on to the generations to come.To make it stronger.To maintain it.On 6-9 June 2024, #UseYourVote or others will decide for you.

Only a few days left!When is your turn to vote in the #EUelections2024?Answer on this map ↓ #UseYourVote

What do #research and #innovation do for democracy? Around 370 million citizens will vote in the #EUElections2024 on June 6-9! Explore how science contributes to our democracies and remember to #UseYourVote, or others will decide for you. #ScienceForDemocracy

Only one week to go 🗳️! We should never take democracy for granted. Don’t let others decide for you: from 6 to 9 June #UseYourVote. ✏️ #EUElections2024

🇪🇺✨Between past and future On 29 May 1986 the EU flag was first raised in front of the EU headquarters in Brussels.Over the years, the EU flag has become the most recognisable symbol of European identity. 85% of EU citizens even think that it is a good symbol for Europe.📌 The #EUelections2024 are approaching Stand up for our EU democracy and #UseYourVote.

🎓 There's exciting news for doctoral candidates! European Commission has launched a €608.6 million call to train doctoral candidates through the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. This will fund more than 160 excellent doctoral programmes in all scientific fields, and support more than 2,400 doctoral candidates. What does it mean for doctoral candidates? ✅ exposure to academic and non-academic environments, ✅ a boost for their innovation-related competences and employability, ✅ excellent supervision and career guidance. Apply by 🗓️ 27 November 2024#MSCA #HorizonEurope

How are oceans reacting to global warming and other human-induced ecosystem changes? A 4-year study by #EUfunded researchers indicates drastic action is needed now – before it’s too late.Read the full article here: This is just another example of how EU R&I is helping us! #EUelections2024 are coming, remember to #UseYourVote#ResearchImpactEU

First time voting?The minimum voting age varies by country in the EU with the lowest being 16 in Austria, Belgium, Germany, and Malta. 17-year-olds can vote in Greece while in all other EU countries, the voting age is 18.Check the map, and based on your age, find out if it is time to #UseYourVote!me voting?

On 29-30 May 2024, the Tirana Ministerial Conference will celebrate 25 years of the Bologna Process. We’re excited to announce that new edition of the Bologna Process Implementation report is out! 📚Discover the latest in #EuropeanHigherEducationArea!

The revised #EnergyPerformance of Buildings Directive is now in force.It will help increase the rate of #renovation 🏗️ in the EU, particularly for the worst-performing 🏚️ buildings in each country.#EPBD #EUGreenDeal

🗳️ Only few days to go!EU elections are around the corner, don't be caught off guard!Be prepared to #UseYourVote and make your voice heard! 🗣️

#UseYourVote to stand for democracy. The EU elections take place between 6–9 June 2024. Your vote will decide which Members of the European Parliament will represent you in preparing new EU laws. Every vote counts.

Cancer is a personal story for us all. 🎗️ The European Week against Cancer is here, and our Beating Cancer Plan is in the spotlight. A plan for better access to cancer prevention, early detection, treatment and care. 🎗 It is one of the world's most ambitious and comprehensive blueprints for action against cancer, backed by €4 billion in 🇪🇺 funding. 🎗 Four years on, it has already made a tangible difference for millions of cancer patients, families, and carers. 🎗 Earlier this year, we put forward new recommendations to significantly increase the uptake of two key vaccinations that can prevent two viral infections which can lead to cancer – Human papillomaviruses (HPV) and Hepatitis B virus (HBV). We have been working to make our health systems stronger, putting patients at the centre. For a 🇪🇺 Union that cares. #EUCancerPlan #EUdelivers

The first-ever EU rules to #ReduceMethane emissions from the EU #EnergySector and across the globe have become legislation today.More about EU's new #Methane Regulation 👇#EUGreenDeal

⚡ More clean, secure and stable energy for Europeans!The Commission welcomed the adoption of important #electricity and #gasmarket reforms and the new regulatory framework to boost the development of #hydrogen and other decarbonised gases.#REPowerEU #EUGreenDeal

🚀 Exciting news! EACEA has launched an Open Call for Tenders to enhance stakeholders' engagement and community management in education, training, youth, and sports. 🏫🤝Budget: €50M over 4 years.Check it out!

There is no health without mental health.Let's break the stigma around mental health and make a positive difference for everyone. This European Mental Health Week, the EU is: 💡 Investing €11 million to identify gaps and build capacity with WHO/Europe, along with launching a €9 million for multidisciplinary training. 🏫 Publishing new guidelines to address wellbeing and mental health of young people and teachers at school. These initiatives add to the EU's comprehensive approach to mental health which is already investing €1.23 billion into 20 flagship initiatives. #HealthUnion #MentalHealthWeek

🗳️ 64% of young Europeans intend to vote in the next European elections on 6-9 June.When it comes to youth and democracy, the latest Eurobarometer survey shows that European youth are active and ready to engage:🙋 64% said that they have taken part in youth organisations' activities in the past 12 months;✍️ 48% reported that they had taken action to change society including signing a petition or participating in a rally.Among the topics they are most active:📣 34% human rights📣 33% climate change and environment📣 29% health and wellbeing📣 29% equal rightsThe voices and ideas of young Europeans are essential for the future of our Union.#UseYourVote #EUelections2024 #Eurobarometer

Happy Europe Day! 🇪🇺 Today, on 9 May, we celebrate our unity and solidarity. A month ahead of the #EUelections2024 (6-9 June), it is the perfect day to share your wishes for Europe and reflect on which EU you want in the future. It's time to get involved and work together to build a brighter, more united future for all of us. #EuropeanUnion #EuropeDay

Let us blow out 200 candles today as we celebrate Ludwig van Beethoven’s Ode to Joy’s anniversary!Composed in 1824, the excerpt from the prelude to Beethoven's Ninth Symphony was officially adopted as the anthem of the European Union in 1985, becoming one of the most recognizable symbols of our unity.Did you know that our anthem is purely instrumental, without any words? It however speaks volumes through its melody, embodying the shared European ideals of freedom, peace, and solidarity.🎵 One anthem, a whole Union. Happy birthday, Ode to joy!#EuropeanUnion #OdeToJoy #EuropeDay

🕜 Would YOU like to journey back in time and revisit significant moments in 🇪🇺 history? This is your chance! Ever heard of the ornate clock room where on 9 May 1950 French foreign minister Robert Schuman read out the declaration proposing the setting up of today’s European Union? Or the historic Stoa of Attalos, where representatives of 🇨🇾 🇨🇿 🇪🇪 🇭🇺 🇱🇻 🇱🇹 🇲🇹 🇵🇱 🇸🇰 🇸🇮 signed the Treaty to become members of the EU — for the great EU enlargement of 2004? This year, as we celebrate 20 years of these countries joining the European Union, we look back at some of the places that marked our common history: 🕰 The Clock Room, France 🖼️ Hall of the Horatii and Curiatii, Italy ♞ The Hall of Knights in the Hague, Netherlands ⛵️ The Princesse Marie-Astrid Boat, Luxembourg 🏛️ The banquet hall of the Limburg provincial government building in Maastricht, The Netherlands 🏺 The Stoa of Attalos, Greece ⛪ The Jerónimos Monastery, Portugal What makes these places special?

The 2004 enlargement was a defining moment for our Union. One that transformed the societies and economies of new member states. And made our Union stronger together. We proudly unfurl our Union’s flag, celebrating #20YearsTogether.

Enlargement is a success story. The EU is stronger today because of the inclusion of new countries, and each country is better off thanks to EU membership. The pace of change across the European Union over the past two decades has been remarkable. Discover how things have changed in the last 20 years ago ↓#20YearsTogether

Let’s celebrate #20YearsTogether since the great EU enlargement of 2004 with some good music! Listen to the 'Best of 2004' on the EU Spotify account and immerse yourself in the eclectic mix of some of Europe’s top charting music from the early 2000’s!

You can now find the European Commission also on WhatsApp! Join its official channel for all the latest updates and information. Subscribe and activate notifications to stay in the loop

Next stop: Europe! Last chance to apply for a free #DiscoverEU travel pass.If you are... ✅ born between 1 July 2005 and 30 June 2006 ✅ a citizen or a resident of the 🇪🇺 or 🇮🇸, 🇱🇮, 🇲🇰, 🇳🇴, 🇷🇸 or 🇹🇷 Apply now

We should never take democracy for granted.#UseYourVote #EUelections2024

You want to engage in building a new narrative for Europe? You want to support #democracy #gender #equality, European #values and #citizensParticipation ? Apply to one of the new #CallsForProposals under the #CERV Programme

👨👩 No matter who you are, no matter where you’re from. → Equal work deserves equal pay. Equal pay needs pay transparency. One year ago, the EU Pay Transparency Directive was approved, bringing us a step closer to equality. This is particularly important for women, who still earn less than men for the same work. The new rules will help end pay discrimination by ensuring: 🔸 Pay transparency for jobseekers 🔸 Right to information for employees 🔸 Reporting on gender pay gap 🔸 Joint pay assessment #UnionOfEquality #EUdelivers

The European State of Climate Report was published this week, and it's not a very positive reading. It was a year of contrasts across Europe, with extreme heatwaves and large wildfires, alongside flooding and drought.

The EU is ensuring its citizens always have access to the medicines they need.The recently-launched the Critical Medicines Alliance will:🔸work to enhance security of supply; 🔸strengthen availability of medicines; 🔸reduce EU supply chain dependencies.#HealthUnion

Applications are open for Scientific traineeships at @EU Science, Research and Innovation.If you are a graduate looking for a career in science, and you dream of working in a multicultural, multi-disciplinary research environment, this is for you ⬇️#EUScienceJobs

The Boost5 project, based on five previous Interreg-funded projects in Italy and Croatia, is promoting the Adriatic region’s heritage to develop the sustainable tourism sector and contribute to economic growth. It is producing a guide of best practice projects, building skills in the sector and opening new markets.#culturalheritage #Interreg #EUinmyRegion

EU citizenship is: UniqueEU citizenship is: OpportunitiesEU citizenship is: ProtectionFor more than 30 years, EU citizens have enjoyed these unique rights and opportunities ↓🛫 Move: The right to live, work and study anywhere in the EU. You’re free to chase that new job across the border or study for a year abroad. No visa or work permits required!🗳️ Vote: Democratic rights are a core part of being an EU citizen. By being able to vote for your representatives in the European Parliament, your voice is heard when laws are discussed and adopted at the European level.🗣️ Speak up: In addition to your right to vote in European elections, you can launch or support a European Citizens’ Initiative and petition the European Parliament.#EuropeanUnion

The Great Forests of Mesoamerica (Central America) concentrate between 7% and 10% of all known life forms and extend across 266 000 km2—twice the size of Greece. It is the geographical area in which the EU has deployed the Great Mesoamerican Forests Program, a flagship of the Global Gateway strategy in the region that has begun its implementation in 2024, with an EU contribution of EUR 25.5 million, under a Team Europe approach.The program is the EU's most ambitious regional commitment in this matter. Last February the Team Europe implementing agencies met in Costa Rica to begin its implementation during a two-day kick-off workshop.In March 2024, Pierre-Louis Lempereur and Francois Roudié, respectively EU Ambassadors in Costa Rica and El Salvador/Central American Integration System walked in a tour through La Amistad (Costa Rica) and its surrounding. It is one of the Great Forests of Mesoamerica, at about 2,600 meters above sea. Together with officials from the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), community leaders and local partners, the Ambassadors learned about good practices by communities in the sustainable use of forest resources that the EU is interested in replicating and scaling up.To take stock of the importance of protecting this unique natural environment, the Ambassadors traveled through part of the 80 hectares of protected primary forest. In this area, a group of families decided to invest in a forest management approach far to the traditional model of indiscriminate logging. With this project, the EU and the MSs aims —among other things— to demonstrate that experiences such as that of don William Solano's farm can serve as a model to successfully merge forest conservation and sustainable economic development in Mesoamerica.

🚨 Tobacco smuggling: in 2023 OLAF helped national and international customs, as well as law enforcement agencies, avert over €150 million of damage to public revenue by seizing:🔹616 million illicit cigarettes🔹140 tonnes of raw tobacco🔹6 tonnes of water-pipe tobacco#EUAntiFraud

Save the date for the annual #EnergyInfrastructure Forum in Copenhagen 🇩🇰 on 27-28 June!As usual, registration is upon invitation only, but the sessions on 27 June will be web-streamed.#EnergyIF

In 2023, an area around twice the size of Luxembourg was burnt in the EU. 2023 was the fourth worst year since 2000 regarding areas scorched by wildfires.Last year we also witnessed the single largest fire ever to occur in Europe since the 1980s.European Commission is calling for enhancing prevention using the resources made available through the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism.

Co-hosted by the European Commission and the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the EU, the Global Gateway High-Level Education Event, which will take place on 11 April 2024 in Brussels, aims to highlight EU's role in transforming global education and bridging skills gaps.

The #RiDaysEU shed light on the need to eliminate #GenderBasedViolence from the ERA. ⏯️ Join the mission for a more equitable research landscape by watching the session replay.

#EUCO leaders decided to open accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina. The country has taken impressive steps towards our Union. More progress has been achieved in just over a year than in over a decade.Congratulations 🇧🇦!

Labour and skills shortages have been increasing in 🇪🇺 countries.Today, we've presented an action plan to tackle those shortages. It will help boost the EU’s growth and provide better opportunities for all. #SocialRights

Make your travels smoother with #OnlineLanguageSupport. 🌍  Join Carlos and Katerina at an archaeological museum and learn useful phrases for meetings, buying tickets and appreciating exhibits in Greek.  Become part of the community and broaden your language skills!

The wait is over: Registrations for the Brussels Economic Forum on 16 May are now open! #EUBEF24Join high-level speakers and participants from across the world to discuss the hottest economic issues ahead of the EU elections.Grab your chance to attend the event in person in Brussels.Register now!

✅ Traineeships shouldn't be used to cover regular employment vacancies.✅ Trainees should be fairly paid and have access to social protection.👉 Find European Commission's proposal to improve the quality of traineeships in the EU

Planning an exciting trip for your next holiday? 🥚🐰Keep in mind that whether you travel by bus, plane, train, boat..., EU passenger rights have it all for you. Some of your rights as an EU passenger include… 🪪 travel with your passport or just with your ID card in any EU or Schengen Area country. ✈️ choose reimbursement, re-routing or refund in case of flight cancellation. 🚢 receive compensation for a train or ship delay of at least one hour. 🛄 be compensated for lost luggage. If you have any problems while traveling – you can get up-to-date information in 23 languages with the new version of ‘Your Passenger Rights’ app. #EUPassengerRights #EuropeanUnion

Have you just arrived in a new workplace? Or are you meeting a new colleague? See and listen how Juhani shows his new colleague Maria around the office.Watch this short video to learn the basics of meeting and greeting people and saying where you are from and where you live. Then it's time to get moving and talk about your favourite mode of transport. Once you're done, take the quiz and test your understanding.You can change the language of the teaching breaks in the video, and of your EU Academy, to English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, or Finnish in the top right-hand corner of your screen.

Almost 300 million people estimated to need humanitarian assistance in 2024 ↓ The EU reinforces its commitment with an initial humanitarian aid for 2024 of €1.8 billion. It will continue to fund humanitarian action in support of the most vulnerable globally.

We are ready to cycle towards the future 🚲The EU has adopted the European Declaration on Cycling that recognises cycling as a sustainable and affordable mode of transportation.It contains clear commitments to boost cycling in the EU, including:🔹 safe and coherent cycling networks in cities🔸 better links with public transport🔹 secure parking spaces and access to recharging points for e-bikes.Join the bike side and contribute to a more sustainable EU!#EuropeanUnion

When sustainable mobility is high on the agenda, we all win. 🏆 The winner of the European Mobility Award 2023 is the city of Budapest 🇭🇺! The city is leading the way when it comes to providing safer, more sustainable ways to travel in urban areas. Last year, Budapest organised an ambitious car-free weekend attracting about 10,000 people and a Car-Free Day on 22 September 2023. The city plans for the construction of a new, pedestrian-friendly car-free zone on the Danube embankment. 🏅 The winner of the Mobility Action Award 2023 is Nudgd, an online 🇸🇪 promoting sustainable school travel in Helsingborg. The platform supports the city’s goals to step up cycling, and promote safer, more sustainable travel. #MobilityWeek #EuropeanUnion #EUGreenDeal

European Commission recommends Council to open EU accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina.Bosnia and Herzegovina has taken impressive steps forward & the positive dynamic on the reform path needs to continue.Their future lies in our Union.

Where do we stand in the promotion and uptake of non-animal methods and approaches in science and regulation? The @EU_ScienceHub #ECVAM scientists have been instrumental in moving us closer! They just published their 2023 report! #Science4Policy #NAMs

👂 You spoke, the EU listened. In 2023, your priorities became those of the European Commission:📈 Strengthening the economy 🛡️ Improving security and global ties 🌱 Fighting climate change 🤝 Improving migration management How were these pressing concerns tackled?

Human rights are not for sale — at any price.It is unacceptable that people are threatened to make products that end up for sale in Europe.European Commission welcomes the agreement reached between European Parliament and Council to ban products made with forced labour from the Union market.#ThisIsTheEU

The longest EU-funded underwater tunnel in Europe is a reality!The 1,440-meter-long tunnel will connect the islands of Usedom and Wolin and the city centre of Świnoujście with the rest of 🇵🇱 Poland – a catalyst for economic development.

EUSPA takes over the EUSST Front Desk!As of 1st July, @EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme operates the EU Space Surveillance and Tracking (#EUSST) Front Desk, which contributes to coordinating space traffic & protecting +400 satellites from the risk of collision with space debris, as well as detecting & monitoring break-ups in space and the uncontrolled re-entry of space objects into Earth’s atmosphere.

The European Commission wants to make freight transport greener and more efficient. It has proposed new rules to improve rail infrastructure, encourage low-emission trucks and provide better data on emissions.This will help the sector cut its emissions by 90% by 2050 and support the EU single market.

We only have 7 years left to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals ⚠️This week, an 🇪🇺 delegation will attend the 78th United Nations General Assembly. This is our chance to shift gears to prevent irreversible environmental damage and to support social progress. In Europe, our tool is the #EUGreenDeal:✅ Carbon Neutrality by 2050 ✅ #EUBiodiversity Strategy for 2030 ✅ #EUFarm2Fork Strategy ✅ Deforestation-free supply chains ✅ Renovation Wave for Energy Efficiency ✅ #CircularEconomy Action Plan ✅ Just Transition Fund #EUforSDGs #SDGs #SDGSummit #ActNow

When a woman is empowered, the world is empowered. Gender equality is a core principle of the EU, but it is not yet a reality. In business, politics and society, we can only reach our full potential if we use all our talent and diversity. The EU is working to make sure that change happens. Throughout its mandate, the #vdLCommission has: 🟣 set rules on pay transparency, to make real the basic principle that equal work deserves equal pay; 🟣 adopted the “Women on boards” directive, bringing more women in Europe’s corporate boardrooms and contributing to break the glass ceiling; 🟣 adopted the first ever EU legislation on combating violence against women to criminalise physical violence, as well as psychological, economic and sexual violence against women across the EU.Our democracies are always stronger when we are all involved equally. #IWD2024 #InternationalWomensDay #EUDelivers #WomensDay

Exploring North Macedonia soon? 🇲🇰 It is known for its beautiful mountain landscape!Prepare for your trip by packing your hiking shoes 🥾 & learning Macedonian with #OnlineLanguageSupport. Master introductions & questions for a richer experience.