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Biosolutions – the hi-tech ecosystem accelerating Europe’s Green Deal
Est. 1minBiosolutions represent the fusion of biology and technology, offering powerful tools to address climate change, enhance biodiversity preservation and environmental protection, and ensure food security.
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Animal protection – in Europe and beyond
Est. 1minAnimal protection is a rare political topic where people and politicians from across the political spectrum express support for the protection of animals, but the issue is rarely seen as a "deciding factor" for election outcomes. Despite the perception that Europe …
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Certification as a tool to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Est. 1minBiofuels are seen as a key means to decarbonise the transport sector, with growing quantities of green fuels set to be used in planes and ships, as well as road transport. In this special report, Euractiv examines the role of biofuel certification schemes.
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The EU’s critical raw materials act
Est. 1minOften described as the oil of the 21st century, raw materials like metals and rare earths are considered crucial to the digital and green transition. In order secure access to these materials, the European Commission announced the launch of a Critical Raw Materials Act, due in the first quarter of 2023.