EU Environment and Climate

The EU is investing in a cleaner, greener future. The European Commission has disbursed €2.7 billion via the Modernisation Fund to support 39 clean energy projects in 8 EU countries, including Slovenia for the first time. These investments will: ✅ Strengthen clean industrial sectors ✅ Boost energy efficiency and renewable energy ✅ Help achieve 2030 climate and energy targets Since its launch in 2021, the #ModernisationFund has mobilised €15.45 billion from EU emissions trading revenues, showing how climate and industrial policies can go hand in hand to drive innovation and reduce emissions. Find our more➡️ https://europa.eu/!pFkt9n

Restoring nature pays off. Today marks the 2-year anniversary of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, when 196 countries agreed on a roadmap to halt and reverse nature loss by 2030.   📍 This floodplains project near Antwerp (Belgium) provides flood protection and restores nature and biodiversity all along the Scheldt river and its tributaries. And the benefits are much greater than the costs.    According to two new reports by the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), immediate action to address the biodiversity crisis could unlock massive business and innovation opportunities, generating $10 trillion and supporting 395 million jobs worldwide by 2030.   Read more 👉 https://europa.eu/!PkgMMd #ForNature #ForOurPlanet #KMGBF

Interrelated challenges need interrelated 🌍 responses. By whole society. Now. According to two new IPBES reports presented at the #IPBES11 Plenary, immediate action to address the biodiversity crisis across sectors could unlock massive business and innovation opportunities. 📌 The Nexus report tackles the intertwined global crises of biodiversity loss, water and food insecurity, health risks and climate change 📌 The Transformative Change report focuses on the causes of the biodiversity crisis, the drivers of change and available options. After 3 months of intense negotiations on the future of the planet - from #COP16Colombia and #COP29 to #PlasticsTreaty and #COP16Riyadh - one thing is clear – either we tackle the challenges together, or we fail at all 👉 https://europa.eu/!pGWf7C

Just a few days left until Christmas! Still searching for the perfect gift?    Why not go second-hand? Here’s why:    🌍 It’s sustainable  💡 Unique, one-of-a-kind finds  🤗 Thoughtful and better for your budget     Let’s rethink how we celebrate the holidays. A pre-loved gift could be the most meaningful one yet.    How do you feel about second-hand gifting? Share your thoughts below! 

Environmental footprint methods can benefit your company! How? By: 📜 Providing a framework to assess and improve the environmental impacts of products, services and their operations. 📈 Enhancing market competitiveness 💶 Allowing cost savings ✅ Supporting compliance with environmental regulations. Learn more about what's in it for companies 👉 https://europa.eu/!kr6VbQ #CircularEconomy

In Q2 2024, the EU’s greenhouse gas emissions fell by 2.6% compared to the same quarter last year 📉, while GDP grew by 1% 📈 showing that we can decarbonise while boosting jobs and growth. Major reductions were achieved in electricity and gas (-12.1%) and households (-4.2%). 19 EU countries reduced emissions, with the Netherlands leading at -9.1% See the full results: https://lnkd.in/dQiGK4t3 

Need ideas on how to entertain your guests this holiday season?    The #EUClimatePact games are the perfect way to have fun and educate 🎲    No matter if you're planning indoor or outdoor activities, these customisable games are perfect for all ages and group sizes!    ♦️ Discover more ➡️https://lnkd.in/dWFNtyrE      #MyWorldOurPlanet 

How can old batteries help power a more sustainable EU? Increased demand for batteries leads to increased demand for the raw materials they contain, like cobalt, lithium, nickel, and copper. That is why with the EU Batteries Regulation, we aim at: 🏞️ Minimising environmental impact ♻️ Exploring sustainable alternatives 🔋 Promoting sustainable production New studies from EU Science, Research and Innovation also suggest rules on classification, collection, and recycling to help us reuse the materials they contain 👉 https://europa.eu/!J8DyqY #CircularEconomy

👋 Attention all innovators! This week we are hosting two online Info Days on the 🆕 2024 #InnovationFund calls for proposals! #IF24Call 🏭€2.4 billion to support net-zero technologies 💡 Novelties, Greenhouse gas emission and relevant cost calculations, Q&A + more 📅 17 December, 09:30 – 16:35(CET) #IF24Battery 🔋1 €billion to support e-vehicle battery cell manufacturing projects 📋 Call features, award criteria, Q&A + more 📅 18 December, 09:30 - 13:30 (CET) Register here: https://lnkd.in/eAgX6eEF 👀 P.S. did you miss the #IF24Auction Info Day? Don’t sweat it - the event and the presentation can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eJgE5nuH

Before you go on holiday, we give you our guide to pine trees. 🌲 As you enjoy walks in nature, look out for the Scots pine, the most common pine tree in the world! It has a lifespan of up to 500 years and grows to a height of around 36 metres. If you want to know more about tree species, check out the EU Atlas of Forest Tree Species 👉 https://europa.eu/!7fFbqd #EUForests