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Communities like Hvar island in Croatia are setting ambitious targets to increase energy efficiency

Aug 20 2019

From nearly-zero energy buildings to net-zero energy districts

Communities in Europe are pioneering energy self-sufficiency projects

Warmer climates are affecting the supply of water, which is essential for cooling power plants and for the production of fuels and hydropower.

Aug 12 2019

Heatwaves test the limits of energy and water systems in Europe

In July 2019, several nuclear power plants were temporarily closed in various parts of Europe due to high water temperatures.

Three JRC technical reports reviewing new biometric modalities for their integration in the Schengen Information System

Jul 30 2019

Biometrics and the Schengen Information System – Fostering identification capabilities

Last year’s reform of the EU’s Schengen Information System legislation has strengthened the role of facial, fingermark and DNA recognition technologies while also introducing stronger data protection rules.

Migrants do essential jobs in rural areas, especially on farms that are in constant need of temporary work.

Jul 29 2019

Migrants in rural areas face particular challenges

Jobs on EU farms are increasingly being filled by migrants who help to cultivate some of our most common kitchen staples.

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