This study examines the evolution of public debt among the 27 EU member states using Graph Theory tools; the Threshold Weighted-Minimum Dominating Set (TW-MDS) and the k-core decomposition method, alongside a standard network quantitative metric, the density. By separating the data into three...

The overarching objectives of a purchasing programme for permanent CDR are to support the EU in safely, fairly, and efficiently meeting EU climate objectives. We identify the following, more specific, objectives for purchasing programme design: - Support CDR technology development - Support CDR...

As part of its efforts to secure access to critical raw materials (CRMs), the EU has concluded Strategic Partnerships on Raw Materials with 14 non-EU countries. These partnerships aim to diversify supply sources and to deepen ties with resource-rich countries, thereby strengthening the...

As part of its efforts to secure access to critical raw materials (CRMs), the EU has concluded Strategic Partnerships on Raw Materials with 14 non-EU countries. These partnerships aim to diversify supply sources and to deepen ties with resource-rich countries, thereby strengthening the...

Simplification is not a synonym for deregulation. A simplification agenda requires a reassessment of regulations that are excessive, outdated, and ineffective in achieving their policy objectives. This should lead to cleaning up based on research. - In energy and climate policy, there are many...

Earth system science studies our planet as an interconnected system, encompassing the atmosphere, oceans, land, cryosphere and biosphere together with the human influence. It explores the dynamics, feedbacks and interactions that shape weather and climate including ocean and atmospheric...

In August 2024, Africa CDC and the WHO declared public health emergencies due to a significant mpox outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and other African countries. This situation highlighted the urgent need for a coordinated global response to contain the virus and protect public...

This info sheet presents a concise overview of the EU School Scheme, which supports the distribution of fruit, vegetables, and milk to schoolchildren across Europe, along with educational and informational measures. It also summarizes key recommendations from the point of view of local and...

The purpose of this report is to provide a comprehensive analysis of the EU school scheme, focusing specifically on its regional and local aspects. The scheme, introduced for the first time in 2017 as a follow-up to two separate programmes, currently aims to promote healthy eating habits among...

The European Commission organises every year, in cooperation with the Group of Experts referred to in Article 31 of the Euratom Treaty, a Scientific Seminar on emerging issues in Radiation Protection - generally addressing new research findings with potential policy and/or regulatory...