We are doing science for policy
The Joint Research Centre (JRC) is the European Commission's science and knowledge service which employs scientists to carry out research in order to provide independent scientific advice and support to EU policy.
With the rising cost of fuel, energy efficiency in fisheries has become a key issue for the sector's profitability, and the European Commission pledged to facilitate the exchange of good ideas and best practice. This website contains reference information and studies, scientific literature, relevant past and future events (e.g. exhibitions and conferences), information on EU research-funding opportunities, relevant EU projects, initiatives by universities, research centres, companies and professional associations and consortia at regional and national levels, related EU legislation as well as other related links.