Eurostat’s latest data confirm a worrying trend: more electronics are entering the EU market and more e-waste is generated as a result. In 2023: More than 14.4 million tonnes of electrical and electronic equipment were sold in the EU – an increase of over 89 percent since 2012. The highest per-capita consumers of electrical and […]
View moreIn the past 15 years, house prices in the EU increased by nearly 58% and rents by 28%. The knee-jerk reaction to this could be to ‘build, build, build’ – but the predominant way of building cities is heavily unsustainable. Reaching energy, climate, and circularity goals while also ensuring affordable, accessible, and healthy housing are […]
View moreLearn more in our response to the proposed Circular Economy Act Under the Clean Industrial Deal, the European Union has committed to becoming the world’s circular economy leader by 2030. The Circular Economy Act (CEA) is a critical opportunity to achieve this goal and align Europe’s economic resilience and competitiveness with environmental protection. However, this […]
View moreBy adopting this long-overdue and much-needed law [1], EU lawmakers listened to the overwhelming wave of support from stakeholders and society at large [2]. The Soil Monitoring Law will establish an EU-wide soil health monitoring system, enhancing the availability and comparability of key soil health data. It will also improve advice and support to landowners […]
View moreApplication deadline: 11 November 2025 🗎 Vacancy: Membership & Events Officer The successful candidate will coordinate the organisation of events such as the ECOS Network Days, as well as work with our vibrant network of 60+ members, and help recruit new ones. They will report to the Senior Network & Membership Manager and, during her […]
View moreEU policy should be science-led and guided by public interest rather than industry lobbying. In this joint letter, over 50 NGOs respond to the comments from the leaders of Sweden and Finland.
View moreTo all States Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Excellencies, “The critical minerals that power the clean energy revolution are often found in countries that have long been exploited. And today, we see history repeating. Communities mistreated. Rights trampled. Environments trashed. Nations stuck at the bottom of value chains – while […]
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