How can the impact of resource efficiency clusters be maximised, especially in an international setting where there are opportunities for EU research organisations and SMEs to export their eco-innovations to new markets? Nine clusters from different EU countries came together in a “cluster of clusters” known as Natureef to answer that question.
Cleantech Flanders managing director Stef Denayeris tells EcoAP News about the importance of eco-innovation and cleantech in an evolving political and environmental landscape. With the support of the Flemish Government and deep insights into the sector, Cleantech Flanders has set ambitious targets to grow, connect and promote the Flemish cleantech ecosystem in Europe and beyond.
Eco-innovation needs global leadership and transnational collaboration, stress experts in their input into the next Asia-Europe Meeting Summit.
The EIB Circular Economy Guide aims to promote a common understanding of circular economy, and raise awareness about and promote circular solutions. The Guide provides information about EIB’s lending and advisory activities in this field, and communicates our vision of how the EIB can further support the transition to a circular economy. The Guide is a living document that will be updated in response to our evolving understanding of circular economy needs, opportunities and risks, and growing experience with the appraisal and financing of circular economy projects.
A new Horizon2020 call has been launched on the topic of raw materials policy support actions for the circular economy. The planned opening date is on 14th November 2018, and the deadline on 19th February 2019.
The report examines the current trends and dynamics that promote and jeopardize the achievement of the SDGs. It presents the TWI2050 framework, the integrated pathways which harness the synergies and multiple benefits across SDGs, and approaches to governing this sustainability transformation. TWI2050 identifies six exemplary transformations which will allow achieving the SDGs and long-term sustainability to 2050 and beyond.
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European Resource Efficiency Knowledge Centre launched self-assessment tools for SMEs. Check out here
The European Union’s Circular Economy Mission to India successfully concluded on Sept 7, 2018 after four days of intensive engagement by the stakeholders of EU and India.
The 5th EU Water Conference in Vienna discussed trends in European water quality and flood management, and looked at whether Europe’s water policy is able to deal with current and future water challenges, such as pollution from microplastics or pharmaceuticals and the impacts of climate change.
Plastics are versatile materials found in packaging, construction, transportation, equipment, furnishings, clothing, and other vital applications. Providing the conditions are right, they can (and should) play a key role in Europe’s circular economy. RecyClass, an online platform by Plastics Recyclers Europe, was created to make sure this happens.
Planned opening: 14 November 2018. Deadline: 19 February 2019
This call has been issued under Focus Area "Connecting economic and environmental gains – the Circular Economy".
Plastic is often thought of in terms of small throwaway items, which pollute the environment when not collected and disposed of properly. But plastic is also used for large, heavy items. Large plastic items – such as pallets and storage containers, waste and recycling bins, children’s playground equipment and sports arena seating – represent a massive use of resources and also entail environmental risks when they have to be disposed of. A Spanish company, Plastic Repair System 2011 SL (PRS), has developed a patented and certified welding technique to recycle and extend their lives.
Environment, Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Commissioner Karmenu Vella announced the winners of the 2018 Natura 2000 Awards at a ceremony in Brussels on 17 May.
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The European Commission launched a public consultation on the Evaluation of the 7th Environment Action Programme, submit your response!
The Final Conference of the Environmental Footprint Pilot Phase took place on 23-25 April 2018
European Commission proposal for a Recast of the Regulation on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
Ten years of REACH: making chemicals safer for consumers, workers and the environment
