On 2 June, the European Commission signed a five-year contract with European Energy Exchange AG (EEX) and its clearing system European Commodity Clearing AG (ECC) for the services of the fourth common auction platform under the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS). EEX was appointed as the new common auction platform following a joint procurement […]
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The ocean covers 70% of the earth’s surface, yet only 5% of it has been explored and mapped. The more information we have about the ocean, the better we can protect it. To improve how we monitor and understand the ocean, the Commission has adopted OceanEye. Through this new initiative, the EU aims to […]
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A former employee of a shelving and storage distributor pleaded guilty today to two felonies for conspiring to rig bids and defraud the U.S. Department of War. As the defendant admitted in open court, his crimes related to the sale of shelving and storage products to the U.S. Air Force to service multiple healthcare and […]
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The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) released Proposed Issue 03 of its Concept Paper on Artificial Intelligence (AI), now open for a consultation period of 10 weeks. This is the final Concept Paper deliverable foreseen under the EASA Artificial Intelligence Roadmap 2.0. Building on Issue 02, which explored Level 1 AI (‘human augmentation/assistance’) and […]
Continue ReadingThe first CRCF Days, held on 20–21 May in Brussels, marked an important step towards building a robust carbon removals and carbon farming market in Europe. With the CRCF Regulation nearing full implementation, the event showcased significant progress: certification schemes can now apply for European Commission recognition, and the EU Buyers’ Club is gaining momentum, […]
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With wildfire risks rising across Europe, the European Commission is helping finance and coordinate the deployment of a record number of firefighters, aircraft and emergency experts under the Civil Protection Mechanism 777 firefighters from 14 European countries will be strategically pre-positioned in high-risk areas across Cyprus, Greece, Italy, France, Spain, and Portugal. This is the […]
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Due to climate change, wildfires are becoming more frequent and more destructive. In 2025 alone, a record 1 million hectares of land across the EU burned in wildfires – an area roughly half the size of Slovenia. In response, the EU is deploying a record number of firefighters, aircraft and emergency experts this summer to […]
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EASA has extended the deadline for applications to the call for expression of interest (CEI): CEI Number: 2026.03Categories of Tasks: Air Traffic Management/Air Navigation Services Systems and ConstituentsExtended Closing Date: 14 June 2026 (23:59 CET) EASA seeks to accredit up to eight Qualified Entities. All applicants must meet the essential requirements, as well as the specific requirements […]
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The international humanitarian system is under severe pressure, following the outbreak of conflicts in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan. Humanitarian needs are at an all-time high in 2026 with 239 million people in need of assistance. Disastrous humanitarian situations coupled with severe funding cuts mean re-prioritising how aid is delivered. To answer the challenges ahead, the European Commission will adapt its way of working to maximise the effectiveness and impact of EU humanitarian aid around […]
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New rules to improve the energy performance of buildings across the EU come into effect on 30 May 2026. They aim to support EU countries in modernising their building stock to save energy, reduce bills, and achieve a zero-emission and fully decarbonised building stock by 2050. Why is the EU doing this? Buildings are the […]
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