4.7 billion fewer plastic bags were used in the EU in 2022 as the year before. Belgium, Poland & Portugal lead the way. EU #PlasticsStrategy aims to curb plastic waste & improve plastics recycling. → europa.eu/!TJmtQC eu.smh.re/0XDr

Join the Ecodesign Forum! ♻️ It will gather a wide range of stakeholders to drive the implementation of the new ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation. The call is open until 5/12 🔗 europa.eu/!NCVqY7 #CircularEconomy #ESPR eu.smh.re/0XEQ

The share of #GeothermalEnergy in the EU’s renewable energy mix is so far small, compared to other #renewables, but it has potential to grow. One of its main advantages is that its not dependent on the weather ☀️🌬️ Learn more 👇 europa.eu/!YNWv7q eu.smh.re/0XG5

Today we announced our intention to issue up to €90 billion of EU-Bonds in the 1st half of 2025! These issuances continue to drive the reinforcement of the EU economy’s recovery and the support to Ukraine and the Western Balkans europa.eu/!GcWxkh eu.smh.re/0XVE

One charger to rule them all. USB-C is officially the common standard for charging electronic devices in the EU. This means: 🔌The same charger for all new phones, tablets and cameras ⚡ Harmonised fast-charging technology 🔄 Reduced e-waste eu.smh.re/0Xu_

Thrilled to have facilitated a World Café session with the EU Ambassadors, exploring innovative solutions to some of today’s most pressing challenges. #Leadership #Diplomacy #WorldCafé #Collaboration #EU #Innovation #GlobalChallenges

Say hello to Europe's six new new AI Factories: 🇦🇹 AI:AT 🇧🇬 BRAIN++ 🇫🇷 AI2F 🇩🇪 JAIF 🇵🇱 PIAST 🇸🇮 SLAIF These factories will help startup, small and medium companies develop AI models using top supercomputing power, data, and talent ↓ eu.smh.re/0Z6Q

Improving the availability of critical medicines eu.smh.re/0Z6t

Fair Sustainable Competitive This is the EU's Vision for Food and Agriculture. The way forward is to listen to all, taking direct action to unlock resources, and assuring farmers their toil is worth every euro. eu.smh.re/0Z87

North Macedonia has activated #EUCivilProtection Mechanism. The EU is evacuating burn victims after the tragic fire at a nightclub in North Macedonia. Patients have been sent to Hungary by Luxembourg, and Romania is transporting patients to Lithuania. eu.smh.re/0ZBq

Marine litter in the deep Mediterranean seabed is among the worst worldwide, EU_ScienceHub study reveals. The study was conducted using a deep-sea submersible vehicle, by Caladan Oceanic, which captured footage of the seafloor. eu.smh.re/0ZCc

The EU’s Safety Gate system flagged 4,137 dangerous products in 2024 — a record high. Cosmetics were the top category, with 36% of all alerts. Safety Gate alerts protect you from dangerous products on the EU market. eu.smh.re/0ZlE

Meet Europa – the EU's mascot at #EXPO2025 Osaka, welcoming visitors for the next 6 months! The EU's pavilion showcases 🇪🇺 design & innovation through a range of activities. Discover how the EU collaborates with Japan and global partners for future ↓ eu.smh.re/0ZlG

European Commission has new plans to make steel, textiles, and furniture more sustainable through eco-design and energy labelling. The new reparability score will show how easy consumer electronics and small appliances are to fix. eu.smh.re/0ZuJ

Schengen, the heart of our integration and prosperity, turns 40 in June! Explore important achievements & developments in the area, security & geopolitical challenges and priorities for the future Dive into the 2025 State of #SchengenEU Report ↓ eu.smh.re/0ZuM

The WiderAdvance.eu Facility is dedicated to unlocking the full potential of research and innovation emerging from #Widening Countries. 👉To find out more on how it works, attend the presentations online 🗓️26-27 May 2025

📢Check out this interesting event I found on the European Research & Innovation Community Platform 👇 …rch-innovation-community.ec.europa.eu/events/2ZvkNXy… 🗓️22 May 2025 - 23 May 2025 🕤09:30 (GMT+02:00) 📍Online

Bulgaria is one step closer to adopting the euro. This will mean more investment and trade with euro area partners, and more stability and prosperity for the Bulgarian people. eu.smh.re/0akH

⌛️ Registrations for “R&I for a competitive green transition” are filling fast! 🌱 Don’t miss your chance to connect with researchers, business leaders & policy makers shaping the green transition. Secure your spot now: europa.eu/!RCtxgX #RiDaysEU eu.smh.re/0azQ

🇪🇺 Us: Let’s keep things predictable. 📈 Markets: Volatile. 🇪🇺 Also us: Raised €85 billion already. Planning €70 billion more in the second half of the year. 📘 As steady as ever, read the full Funding Plan here: europa.eu/!fqyXdd eu.smh.re/0b8q