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There are two futures of Europe. Since the Treaty of Rome, the Treaties have included the ambition to forge “an ever-closer union” among the people (not peoples) of Europe. And then there is George H. W. Bush‘s vision of Europe, “whole and free” and “at peace with itself” expressed in his 1989 Mainz speech.

‘Ever Closer’ Union or ‘Ever Stronger’ Union?

By: EBR | Thursday, April 14, 2022

The 1648 Westphalia treaty stipulated that each state could choose its own religion and others would not interfere in its internal matters

Germany and Russia’s military roles in Ukraine before and during World War Two left at least 12 million dead. Putin and the state-controlled media justify Russia’s war in Ukraine with the need to “denazify” it.

The High Price of German Hesitancy

By: EBR | Wednesday, April 13, 2022

A Russian victory in Ukraine would change the map of Europe. Germany could help prevent this by sending vital military equipment to Kyiv and banning Russian energy imports

The Commission is working on all fronts to provide emergency assistance to people in need, including by supporting countries like the Republic of Moldova in strengthening their response.

Ukraine: EU humanitarian operation in the Republic of Moldova enhances assistance for refugees

By: EBR | Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Since the start of Russia’s invasion on 24 February, the refugee influx of civilians fleeing Ukraine to reach neighbouring countries has resulted in skyrocketing humanitarian needs

"If 20% of European farmers adopted a climate-smart approach, it would be hugely beneficial for food systems resilience".

For secure, nature-positive food systems, Europe must invest in farmers

By: EBR | Monday, April 11, 2022

The conflict in Ukraine has put food systems, and their fragility, at the top of the global agenda. Together, Russia and Ukraine account for roughly 30% of global wheat exports, while Russia is the world’s top fertilizer exporter

With energy prices at record highs, policymakers face a decisive moment in the energy transition. Europe is in the latest of a long line of energy crises going back to the 1970s, with wholesale gas prices surging, and energy bills soaring for households and businesses across the continent.

EU’s renewable energy future

By: EBR | Friday, April 8, 2022

To realise an affordable, clean energy future, Europe needs to double down on renewables

For commuting and getting around in Brussels and Luxembourg, public transport and green mobility will be prioritised, with a fleet of Commission-owned bikes and an increased number of charging stations for electric vehicles. Parking space will be reduced by at least 35%.

EU Commission lays out plan to become climate neutral by 2030

By: EBR | Thursday, April 7, 2022

The European Commission unveiled plans on Tuesday (5 April) to cut its own greenhouse gas emissions by 60% before the end of the decade, saying the remainder will be compensated with carbon removals

As an immediate first step, the EU has mobilised its rescEU medical reserve to procure potassium iodide tablets which can be used to protect people from the harmful effects of radiation.

EU develops strategic reserves for chemical, biological and radio-nuclear emergencies

By: EBR | Thursday, April 7, 2022

To improve the EUs preparedness and response to public health risks

“The weight of Europe in standardisation bodies has been eroded by the growth of American and Asian companies that have deeper pockets to invest in trying to influence the technical discussions.”

The risk of fragmentation for international standards

By: EBR | Thursday, April 7, 2022

The EU’s standardisation strategy is trying to prevent the lagging of European companies but might open the door for the regionalisation of international standards

In reaction to the current high gas prices, the European Commission tabled proposals last month obliging EU countries to fill up their gas stores at least 80% ahead of next winter and 90% in the following years.

Cost of gas storage refill will be evenly spread, EU assures

By: EBR | Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Austria, the Netherlands and Hungary have flagged concerns about EU plans to ensure the bloc’s gas storage is at least 80% full by 1 November, warning they would bear a disproportionate amount of the cost

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has put the spotlight again on food security, as both countries involved in the war have a central role in supplying the world with staple grains and oils.

EU foresees rise in grain exports to plug Ukrainian wheat global gap

By: EBR | Wednesday, April 6, 2022

In the next two years, the European Commission estimates a 30% increase in exports of cereals to mitigate the impact on global markets of the reduced Ukrainian yield due to the war

The stakes were high: could the united opposition defeat Viktor Orban’s Fidesz party after twelve years of his “illiberal state?”.

Hungary Enters a New Era of Autocracy

By: EBR | Wednesday, April 6, 2022

After Viktor Orban’s landslide victory, the illiberal Hungary experiment will continue. Brussels must respond decisively to the erosion of democracy and media freedom

District heating networks – hot water pipes running below the ground – supply millions of homes in cities across Europe, representing about 10% of the EU’s heat market.

EU bets on local planning to boost district heating

By: EBR | Tuesday, April 5, 2022

District heating networks are set to receive a boost under draft EU legislation requiring all municipalities above 50,000 inhabitants to map out heating and cooling decarbonisation roadmaps

The EU’s single market for construction products has been largely defunct, something the European Commission wants to change and make it more environmentally friendly in the process.

To boost renovation, EU wants to reset single market for construction materials

By: EBR | Monday, April 4, 2022

Faced with growing pressure to renovate homes and reduce energy demand for heating, the European Commission has tabled a proposal to revitalise the EU’s moribund market for construction products

etween skyrocketing food prices and shortages of key inputs, such as fuel and fertiliser, the war has sent the EU agrifood sector reeling.

Commissioner: EU’s sustainable food strategy ‘on pause’, but not forgotten

By: EBR | Friday, April 1, 2022

The war in Ukraine has “pressed the pause button” on the EU’s flagship food policy, the Farm to Fork strategy, but the long term ambition for the sector remains unchanged,

Retrofitted LNG tankers made to receive shipments of liquefied fossil gas (LNG) are expected to play a key role in getting rid of Russian gas, with multiple EU countries looking to acquire some.

EU countries bet on floating LNG terminals to raise import capacity

By: EBR | Thursday, March 31, 2022

The war in Ukraine has focused attention on liquefied gas (LNG) to replace Russian supplies coming via pipeline. Germany, France and Italy are all planning to rent or acquire special floating terminals in order to increase import capacity

Eurostat figures for 2020 found that the EU relies on Russia for 43.6% of its gas and 48.4% of its oil supply, making it difficult for the EU to toughen its stance by imposing an embargo on energy imports.

The Ukraine war: A hidden opportunity for the EU Green Deal

By: EBR | Thursday, March 31, 2022

Russia’s war on Ukraine, while devastating in terms of its humanitarian and economic impact, could have ‘positive’ collateral effects on the European Green Deal

The Commission is also presenting today a new strategy to make textiles more durable, repairable, reusable and recyclable, to tackle fast fashion, textile waste and the destruction of unsold textiles, and ensure their production takes place in full respect of social rights.

Green Deal: New proposals to make sustainable products the norm and boost Europe’s resource independence

By: EBR | Wednesday, March 30, 2022

The Commission is presenting today a package of European Green Deal proposals to make sustainable products the norm in the EU, boost circular business models and empower consumers for the green transition

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has acknowledged that his country might never actually join NATO and Ukrainian officials have indicated they’re open to discussing Ukraine’s status.

How neutral is neutral?

By: EBR | Wednesday, March 30, 2022

It is hard to imagine that Russia’s President Vladimir Putin will consider the potential start of Kyiv’s EU membership talks to be compatible with his idea of a ‘neutral’ Ukraine

“Clear communication between governments, industry and consumers” is essential to implement change, the IEA argues.

The War in Ukraine Challenges Europe’s Comfort Zone

By: EBR | Wednesday, March 30, 2022

For decades, EU citizens enjoyed peace, low food prices, and unlimited access to travel and consumer goods. With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine—and the deepening climate crisis—old habits and assumptions must change

When the Commission unveiled its legislative package to ‘decarbonise’ the gas market in December 2021, it left clean energy advocates feeling that industry wolves had just been gifted the keys to the henhouse.

Gas energy communities: Little added value, big risks

By: EBR | Tuesday, March 29, 2022

In a package of legislation aimed at decarbonising gas, tabled in December, the European Commission introduced a new concept: gas citizen energy communities. But it’s a complex, unnecessary idea that could backfire

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EU agrees €90bn loan for Ukraine but without using Russian assets

EU agrees €90bn loan for Ukraine but without using Russian assets

European Union leaders have struck a late-night deal to lend Ukraine €90bn (£79bn; $105bn) over the next two years, after failing to agree on using frozen Russian assets.

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EU waters down plans to end new petrol and diesel car sales by 2035

EU waters down plans to end new petrol and diesel car sales by 2035

Current rules state that new vehicles sold from that date should be "zero emission", but carmakers, particularly in Germany, have lobbied heavily for concessions.

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