Action over ambition in Antalya
The EU goes into COP31 noticeably more muted than at previous events, which appears to be a sign of the times. Read more ...
climate
Can the EU decarbonise without losing its industries to global competition?
Europe is looking for ways to protect its industries, unlock investment and make decarbonisation pay. Read more ...
Green shoots or grey clouds: what next for the climate?
Instead of agreeing on some concrete climate proposals, last month’s meeting of European environment ministers came to a close with a number of key decisions kicked on down the road. Read more ...
‘Planes, trains and automobiles’ – shifting the balance
Brussels is on the brink of unveiling a new strategy for a high-speed rail network connecting major cities right across the EU. In other news, Europe’s eastern flank has experienced multiple Russian drone incursions. Read more ...
Working together to fight wildfires
As Southern Europe braces for a summer of searing heat and wildfires, Brussels prepares to get stuck in....
The EU at a turning point on the circularity of critical raw materials
There are too many obstacles to the expected benefits of recycling. Read more ...
Climate and conflict
On Wednesday (2 July), just as the European capital was caught up in its own heatwave, the Commission unveiled a new climate target. Read more ...
