Estimated time of reading: ~ 3 minutes The intersection of climate change, migration, and health crises necessitates a multifaceted response. COP28 summit in Dubai unfolded against the backdrop of a world grappling with the urgent need for coordinated action. The 2023 Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) emphasized the critical role of […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 3 minutes The culmination of the COP28, the annual United Nations Climate Change Conference held in Dubai, marked a pivotal moment in global efforts to address the pressing issue of climate change. Amidst the intense negotiations involving representatives from nearly 200 countries, a historic agreement was reached, signaling a collective commitment to […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 3 minutes Energy sources and their use were probably the main issue at the COP28 in Dubai. With one of the main oil-producing countries in the world hosting the annual event, many considered it really difficult to find a real solution to climate problems whose solution would imply the almost complete phase […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 3 minutes As of 2023, everyone in Europe should be aware of the impact of climate change on the continent, no matter their political and cultural background. During the past twelve months, we have already faced one of the hottest summers ever recorded, several significant flood events, and localised flash flooding. In some […]
Estimated time of reading: ~2 minutes Despite the different opinions on COP28’s results, it is undoubted that for the first time in a COP, there is a clear reference to the need for a “transition away from fossil fuels”. One of the most significant facts was the establishment of the Damage and Loss Fund. This […]
On Wednesday, December 13, with a one-day delay from the schedule, President of COP28, Sultan Al Jabel from the United Arab Emirates, breaks into a sparkling smile after traditionally bringing the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) to a close in Dubai with the ceremonial gavel. […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 3 minutes The European Parliament is actively engaged in addressing the complex challenges of migration, asylum, and borders within the European Union. The Parliament responds to urgent situations, such as the Ukraine refugee crisis, advocating for the protection of vulnerable groups like children and women fleeing war. It emphasizes the need for […]
Estimated time of reading: ~2 minutes With the European Parliament elections expected in June 2024, EU citizens will have to take action and express their ideas about the future of Europe. On June 2023, the Spring Eurobarometer revealed citizens’ growing awareness of the upcoming European elections: 56% showed interest in the next European elections, six […]
Estimated reading time: ~1 min Applications for the European Sustainable Energy Awards (EUSEW Awards) will remain open until 1st of February. The EUSEW Awards recognise outstanding projects and individuals for their innovation and efforts in the field of energy efficiency and renewables, who can inspire and motivate others to replicate and implement similar solutions, resulting in […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 2 minutes The European elections in 2024 could be a crucial moment for the development of new ambitious energy and climate goals for the EU, for the continuation of the ones set during the last five years, or even for a complete disruption of these policies. The latter scenario cannot be ruled […]
