Europe

In a shocking report by The Guardian last week, statistics by Feedback EU showed that around 153m tonnes of food in the EU are frittered away yearly. Read More A recent study shows that most EU member states miss collection targets for electronic waste – the fastest growing waste stream in the EU. Read More Those […]

Deloitte’s 2024 survey of over 22,800 young people across 44 countries reveals a cautiously optimistic outlook among Gen Z and Millennials. Read More Gothenburg, Stockholm and Madrid recently topped a list of the most sociable and friendly cities in the world. Read More Brexit was a seismic decision that divided a nation and reshaped UK […]

Most cities in Europe don’t even have a marketing department. Out of the few cities that do, the vast majority of them are led by people with no experience leading major brands in the real world. Read More

The age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has begun. It is rapidly transforming various industries, and education is no exception. As we look towards the next ten years, it is crucial to prepare teachers, students, and educational institutions for the impact of AI on learning processes. Cities and local governments must be essential in supporting schools […]

The European Union’s recent provisional agreement on the Artificial Intelligence Act marks a pivotal moment in regulating AI technologies. This legislation, a first-of-its-kind globally, aims to ensure that AI systems used within the EU are safe and efficient, respect fundamental human rights, and adhere to EU values. Its implications are particularly significant for European cities, […]

Why did the cars in cities like Oslo, Ghent, and Paris stop driving? They were tired! All jokes aside, more and more cities are giving cars the thumbs down, and it may just be something that we give the green light! According to this report, there are many positive aspects associated with giving cars the […]

In the fight against climate change, increasingly more cities are focusing on sustainability – especially the ones realising the threat of rapid urban spread, greenhouse emissions, and the socio-economic issues faced by their residents as a result of these. Sustainability is no new concept to cities, and many have been working towards becoming smart cities […]

As 2023 set the record as Earth’s hottest year, with predictions for 2024 to be even warmer, the intensifying challenge of climate change calls for innovative and sustainable solutions for the wellbeing of urban populations. A Record-Breaking Warmth Data from the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service highlights an alarming trend, with each month from June […]

In a bold move at the World Climate Action Summit in Dubai, the European Union, under the leadership of President Ursula von der Leyen, has spearheaded the Global Pledge on Renewables and Energy Efficiency. This groundbreaking initiative, involving 118 countries, sets the ambitious targets of tripling renewable energy capacity to at least 11 terawatts (TW) […]

As the European Union tightens its data privacy rules, giants like Meta are adapting with new subscription models for an ad-free experience on social networks. This move follows the EU’s top court ruling that personal data cannot be used for targeted advertising without explicit consent. Such legislation not only influences corporate strategies but also speaks […]

Infographic source: European Council. For the full infographic, click here.  Boosting the Green Economy By making it easier to invest in green tech, the NZIA is expected to give a healthy push to the economy. It’s about creating a new wave of jobs and businesses that are all about being kind to the planet. This […]

The European Commission has recently introduced an innovative proposal that hopes to enhance the quality of life for citizens living in the European Union’s border regions. Approximately 150 million Europeans reside in these areas and often struggle to access essential services as they have to navigate between different legal and administrative systems. Addressing the Challenges […]

The Council and European Parliament have recently reached a provisional agreement on an important piece of legislation to combat environmental crime more effectively. This new directive replaces the 2008 version and is a significant step forward in defining and prosecuting environmental offences, setting a framework for protecting the environment across the European Union. In light […]

In the battle against climate change and in a hope to enhance energy efficiency, the European Parliament and the Council have reached an agreement on revising the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. In a nutshell, this development is set to affect the building sector across European cities, in a hope to significantly reduce greenhouse gas […]