New European Bauhaus webinar series

Brussels, 10 June 2008 – The concluding remarks of EU Green Week 2008 began with a reference to the theme of the week: there is only one earth. This reality fueled and shaped the discussions that took place during the various sessions. The overarching conclusions that environmental policies have had a positive effect on Europe, as…

Brussels, 23 January – Energy efficiency measures should be the answer to energy shortages in Belgium according to a report by E3 and environmental pressure groups. Since the closure of two nuclear reactors in 2012 due to safety concerns, Belgium is facing a potential shortfall of 2,000 MW of electricity during peak winter hours.

Brussels, 24 January – The European Commission has launched a package of measures to encourage the build-up of clean fuel stations across Europe. The package seeks to set common standards for the design and use of fuel stations, with previous policy initiatives having only addressed vehicles and fuels themselves.

Brussels, 21 January – A new study by the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) reveals that incinerators already operating in some EU states have the capacity to burn more than the non-recyclable waste generated, yet industry is pushing to further expand incineration capacity in European states.

Brussels, January 2013 – The European Commission has launched a consultation on a proposed Communication on energy technologies and innovation, to be published in the first half of 2013. The Communication will provide potential policy ideas as a follow-up to the Energy Roadmap 2050.