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Energy, Environment & Transport
EU’s Industrial Future: Powered by Affordable Green Energy
Electricity prices in Europe remain high, posing serious challenges for the aluminium industry to stay globally competitive. As a strategic material for the green transition, aluminium is essential for clean technologies and sustainable infrastructure. Affordable low-carbon energy is vital for aluminium producers to remain operational and invest in decarbonisation, supporting their growth and Europe’s broader green agenda.
How are beverage cartons recycled?
How are beverage cartons recycled and what happens to the fibres afterwards?
Media Partnership – Smart siting: Unlocking Europe’s Solar and Wind Potential
On 24 September, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) will unveil their new study showing the availability of community and biodiversity friendly land in Europe for achieving renewable energy targets.
Navigating the ESG legislation – What implications for carbon removal projects in Europe?
Climate change is increasingly causing environmental damage and disturbing biodiversity across Europe.
Inspiring Energy Solutions Powering our Cities, Homes and Businesses
Europe's transition to renewable power is rapidly accelerating, with a growing range of technologies and actors coming together in innovative ways to power our cities, homes and businesses. This map shows inspiring examples of successful local energy solutions.
Media Partnership: Win-wind solutions in the Baltic Sea region
The offshore wind potential in the Baltic Sea region is estimated to be close to 100 GW by 2050. The first Baltic offshore projects will come online in the next few years and will gradually contribute to the decarbonisation of the Baltic energy systems
Join the 10th European Sustainable Cities Conference in Aalborg2024
Lasse Frimand Jensen invites you to Aalborg for the 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities & Towns, which we like to call #Aalborg2024. This year's conference marks thirty years since the first edition of the event, also held in Aalborg in 1994. We will also celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Aalborg Charter (1994) and the 20th anniversary of the Aalborg Commitments (2004).
A conversation about advanced materials and technologies’ role in combating climate change with Gabriel Meruane, SQM
The World Forum for Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, and Biotechnology (ACEHMA) took place in Frankfurt, Germany, where Economic Affairs Minister Robert Habeck highlighted the crucial role of these industries in driving economic growth and social progress.
A conversation about innovation with María de los Ángeles Romo, SQM
Lithium is a key component in the manufacturing of batteries for electric cars and was recently added to the EU’s list of critical raw materials considered essential for the manufacturing of electric car batteries, mobile phones, and laptop computers.
Policy Triangle on the PPWR – short version
In this first discussion, supported by ACE, we delved into the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
A conversation about product labelling with Andreas Schwab, MEP, and Jens Bresler, METRO AG
In conversation with Euractiv’s Anna Gumbau, Andreas Schwab and Jens Bresler explain the leadership challenges and opportunities in light of the latest EU policies for a sustainable transition.
Healthy trees play a crucial role in mitigating climate change
Forests, trees and wood have always played a critical role for humanity and our future is intertwined with theirs. The coming years will reveal whether we manage to restore a most sustainable relationship with them and secure healthy forests for future generations.
EU’s climate action – What’s the way forward?
The European Union stands as a leader in global efforts to combat climate change, driven by a commitment to secure a sustainable future for all. At the heart of EU climate action lies the European Green Deal, a framework for transforming the EU into a carbon-neutral and circular economy by 2050.
Building a sustainable future – The revision of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
The European Commission identifies buildings in the EU as the primary energy consumer, accounting for 40% of our energy consumption and 36% of greenhouse gas emissions.
Power-to-heat – How can it decarbonise district heating?
Decarbonising the heating and cooling sector is central to achieving the energy transition. This is recognised in the European Green Deal and the ‘Fit for 55’ package, as without increasing the share of renewables in this sector, our energy and climate targets cannot be achieved cost-effectively.
A roadmap to EU forest resilience – Tackling climate change and forest disturbances
Forests play a vital role in climate change adaptation and mitigation. They act as carbon sinks and preserve biodiversity and ecosystems. Yet, climate change is increasingly causing extreme weather conditions, and damages such as wildfires, windstorms and floods are harming forests all over Europe.
Media Partnership – Powering Tomorrow, Inspiring Today: Nuclear Energy 2.0
In February, the European Commission proposed its recommendations for an EU 2040 climate target and the global pursuit of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Nuclear power is seen as part of the solution to tackle climate change and meet growing energy needs to decarbonise our economy.
Policy Triangle on the PPWR
In this first discussion, supported by ACE, we delved into the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWR). We're thrilled to host three experts on this file, Aurel Ciobanu-Dordea from the European Commission, Larissa Copello from Zero Waste Europe, and Annick Carpentier from ACE.
Media Partnership – The future of EU industry: resilience or dependence
In a new era marked by climate disruptions, geopolitical conflicts and economic tensions, fundamental questions arise: do we still need industry in Europe? Or can the EU rely solely on fragmented value chains for its strategic autonomy?
Media Partnership – Securing the future of European industries
Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technologies are crucial for Europe to achieve its climate targets for 2040 and 2050. CCUS solutions can also enhance industrial competitiveness and bolster energy resilience.
Media Partnership – Powering Carbon Neutrality by 2050: EDF’s Net Zero scenario unveiled
The European Union is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, signaling a crucial turning point in the fight against climate change.
Securing water for tomorrow – What course should the EU take?
Water is essential to human life, to the health of our ecosystems and to European economies, yet it is under increasing stress due to overexploitation, rising demand and the effects of climate change.
Fueling Change – Biodiesel and the future of sustainable transport in the EU
Sustainable biodiesel is a primarily EU-produced fuel, which can replace imported fossil fuels in various sectors, such as transport, as a renewable alternative.
The European aluminium industry’s 5 policy priorities for 2024-2029
As a strategic raw material, aluminium plays a crucial role in the EU's journey towards climate neutrality by 2050 and achieving a green transition ‘made in Europe’. Its applications range from wind turbines and solar panels to electric vehicles and batteries, illustrating its essential role in clean technologies.