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Restoring wetlands could reduce river pollution across Europe

A new study published in Nature Water shows that restoring Europe’s wetlands could play an essential role in reducing nitrogen pollution in rivers, significantly improving water quality while having minimal impact on agriculture.

Climate change and food safety: How the EU is responding to the growing threat

Claire Bury, the Deputy Director-General of DG Health and Food Safety (SANTE) at the European Commission, highlights how the EU is actively addressing the challenges of climate change to ensure that Europe’s food systems remain prepared and safe.

The EU invites public input on EU4Health Programme 2026

The European Commission is calling on stakeholders across Europe to give their perspectives and priorities for the EU4Health Work Programme 2026.

EU kicks off consultation and call for evidence for the Circular Economy Act

The EU Commission has launched a public consultation for its upcoming Circular Economy Act. This initiative aims to accelerate the transition to a more circular economy, boosting the EU's resilience and competitiveness. Feedback is open until November 2025.

EU policy analysis: Protecting democracy

Open Access Government examines the European Commission's protecting democracy policy, including a focus on media freedom and pluralism.

EU4Health will launch €3.5 million tender for SoHO regulation implementation

The European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) has released a Prior Information Notice (PIN) under the EU4Health programme, announcing an upcoming call for tenders to support the implementation of Regulation (EU) 2024/1938 on Substances of Human Origin (SoHO).

The EU is looking for public input on the revised SSbD Framework

The European Commission is asking for public feedback on its updated Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) Framework. The SSbD Framework is a tool that is designed to support the development of safer and more environmentally friendly chemicals and materials.

EU-LIFE suggests a stronger focus on research and innovation in EU’s long term budget

EU-LIFE, a partnership between 17 leading life sciences research institutes across Europe, has released an open letter calling on the European Commission, the European Parliament, and the Council of the EU to put Research and Innovation (R&I) at the centre of Europe’s future competitiveness.

Innovation IF23 Call boosts European decarbonisation with six new projects

The European Commission has expanded its support for clean technology development by awarding grant agreements to six additional projects under the Innovation Fund 2023 general call for Net-Zero Technologies (IF23 Call).

EU’s TBM: First results show promise in 11 pilot regions

The European Union’s Talent Booster Mechanism (TBM) is already demonstrating success in addressing talent development challenges across 11 pilot regions.

Sentinel-5A is expected to improve Europe’s global view on air quality

Europe is taking its next significant steps forward in atmospheric monitoring capabilities with the upcoming launch of Sentinel-5A, scheduled for August 2025.

The European Commission launches a pilot project for a Mobile Responsive Launch System

The new Mobile Responsive Launch Systems will explore new concepts that will improve the continent's ability to deploy satellites and achieve greater strategic autonomy in orbit promptly.

The EU’s Roadmap towards Nature Credits hopes to improve green investment and biodiversity

The European Commission has posted the new Roadmap towards Nature Credits, which will reward nature-positive actions while also boosting private investment in environmental restoration.

EU unveils Stockpiling & Medical Countermeasures Strategies for crisis preparedness

The European Commission has introduced new strategies aimed at strengthening the EU's preparedness for future health emergencies.

The EU has channelled €3.66 billion into cleaner energy projects across nine member states

To lead a sustainable energy future, the European Commission and the European Investment Bank have announced an investment of €3.66 billion from the EU’s Modernisation Fund.

EIC board pushes for expanded mission and bigger budget

The European Innovation Council (EIC) Board has released a set of recommendations aimed at elevating Europe’s role as a global leader in deep tech innovation.

The Climate-Space-Security Nexus

Dr. Christine Nam (GERICS) discusses how climate risks can impact Europe’s burgeoning space sector, which in turn has cascading risks that can impact Europe’s peace and security.

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