To become climate-neutral by 2050, Europe needs to transform its energy system, which accounts for 75% of the EU’s greenhouse gas emissions. The EU strategies for...
The Commission has launched the first call for proposals under the Innovation Fund, one of the world's largest programmes for the demonstration of innovative low-carbon technologies,...
The EU Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) has begun in an entirely digital format. This year, Europe's biggest annual event dedicated to renewables and energy efficiency is...
The Commission has opened a public consultation on measures to boost building renovation across the EU. Buildings are responsible for 40% of EU energy consumption and...
While all the Commission's immediate political focus is on the task of combating the coronavirus, we are continuing our preparatory work on long-term policy priorities including...
The European Union is committed to becoming the first climate-neutral bloc in the world by 2050. This requires significant investment from both the EU and the...
On 9 February, Karmenu Vella, Commissioner for the Environment, Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, will officially hand over the title of European Green Capital for 2016 from...