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![Drought, wildfires and storms also disrupted transport, energy and water supply across Europe this year.
In many cases, impacts spread from one sector to another. Extreme heat amplified by #ClimateChange cost the EU at least 1% of GDP in 2026, according to our new briefing
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Drought, wildfires and storms also disrupted transport, energy and water supply across Europe this year. In many cases, impacts spread from one sector to another. Extreme heat amplified by #ClimateChange cost the EU at least 1% of GDP in 2026, according to our new briefing [continues...]
While the EU economy has grown significantly over the past 15 years, the environmental impact of consumption has grown only slightly. However, current consumption levels already exceed Europe's fair share of several planetary boundaries, including those related to climate change and pollution.
What we eat has a bigger environmental impact than any other area of consumption in the EU. In 2023, food accounted for 46% of the EU consumption footprint, far ahead of housing (20%), mobility (19%), household goods (9%) and appliances (6%).
Don't miss tomorrow's #COP17 discussion on restoring nature, from commitments to action. 📅 28 October 🕢 7:30–8:45 CET www.youtube.com/watch?v=N44k...
Today, the European Commission launched the Climate Resilience Framework, and the EEA stands ready to support it with the knowledge, data and tools Europe needs. Climate change does not stop at national borders, and neither should our response. 🌍
Today, the European Commission launched the Climate Resilience Framework, and the EEA stands ready to support it with the knowledge, data and tools Europe needs. Climate change does not stop at national borders, and neither should our response. 🌍
Don't miss tomorrow's #COP17 discussion on restoring nature, from commitments to action. 📅 28 October 🕢 7:30–8:45 CET www.youtube.com/watch?v=N44k...
Are Europe's hospitals prepared for the ongoing climate change and its effects? The European Climate and Health Observatory has launched a Europe-wide survey to understand how educational and healthcare facilities are prepared for the impacts of extreme weather 🔥⛈️🌊 .
How do we turn nature restoration commitments into action? At #COP17, the European Environment Agency and IUCN will bring together policymakers and experts to discuss how countries can move from global restoration targets to effective implementation.
How does noise pollution affect us? 🚗🔊 Transport noise can impact everyone, but children, older adults and people with existing health conditions may face greater health risks.
How can combining data from different Copernicus services (@copernicusecmwf.bsky.social, @copernicusmarine.bsky.social, @copernicusland.bsky.social & Emergency) help us better understand our planet? Using water as an example, we have joined forces to create an interactive story map. 🧵1/3
Our new report finds that Europe can strengthen its industrial competitiveness while cutting climate and environmental pressures, provided progress accelerates. 🔗 Read 'Europe's industrial transformation — from environmental progress to clean competitiveness': www.eea.europa.eu/en/analysis/...
🌍 From biodiversity commitments to delivery. Our work in Yerevan will highlight how better knowledge & monitoring, sustainable consumption & effective implementation can help boost global progress. Follow our contributions from #COP17. #Biodiversity #Nature #KMGBF #Europe
The circular potential is there, if the right conditions and policies are put in place to tackle the hurdles facing business. 🎙️🎧 Find out more in our latest episode 'Looping large: how can we scale circular businesses in Europe' available now wherever you get your podcasts.
🌍 Better biodiversity knowledge can help drive better action. At #COP17, the EEA & Council of Europe & the Environment are joining forces to discuss how pan-European data & knowledge can support implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework. More: www.cbd.int/side-events/...
EEA at CBD #COP17: from biodiversity knowledge to action From 19 to 30 October, we will take part in the UN Biodiversity Conference (CBD COP17) in Yerevan, Armenia. Over the coming weeks, we will share more from our experts, events & partnerships in Yerevan. 👉 cop17yerevan.am/en
We are getting closer! It is almost time for our webinar on Europe's industrial transformation! 🏗️ 🏭 Date: 20 October at 11:00 - 12:00 CEST. Sign up and join the discussion: www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/...
How can sustainability make Europe competitive by 2040? 🌍 Developed with policymakers & experts, the report identifies six "no-regret" options that could strengthen Europe's competitiveness across a range of possible futures. Read the report: www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/...
We are looking for an expert in IT Project Management! 💻 Do you think you have what it takes? Then don't miss this opportunity and apply by 10 November! Find out more and apply here: jobs.eea.europa.eu/jobs/expert-...
Thank you – tak! – to everyone who visited us on Culture Night in Copenhagen on Friday! 🌊 We always love having the opportunity to meet you & engage in discussions about our work. This time, the focus was on Europe's seas!
Tonight is the night! 🌊 We are putting the finishing touches in place, and then we are ready to welcome you! Join us for Copenhagen Culture Night, starting at 18:00! www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/...
🏆The winners of the EEA's 'Resilient by Nature' 📸photo competition 2026 have been announced! A huge congratulations to the winners & all who took part from across Europe! 🔗Check out the winning photos: www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/...
Hazardous substances still exceed safe limits in mussels and oysters from Europe's seas. Where trends can be detected, concentrations are falling more often than rising. 🔗 www.eea.europa.eu/en/analysis/... #ZeroPollution
Visit us on Culture Night this Friday, when we turn our focus to Europe's seas! 🌊🐟 This year, we will take you beneath the surface to learn more about Europe's seas, the challenges they face, & what is being done to ensure they remain healthy: www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/...
MowingQuest is a citizen science initiative where we want you to help us, & the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service & In-Situ, monitor grasslands by reporting mowing activities across Europe. Watch the video 📹 to discover how you can help! 👉
MowingQuest is a citizen science initiative where we want you to help us, & the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service & In-Situ, monitor grasslands by reporting mowing activities across Europe. Watch the video 📹 to discover how you can help! 👉
MowingQuest is a citizen science initiative where we want you to help us, & the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service & In-Situ, monitor grasslands by reporting mowing activities across Europe. Watch the video 📹 to discover how you can help! 👉
MowingQuest is a citizen science initiative where we want you to help us, & the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service & In-Situ, monitor grasslands by reporting mowing activities across Europe. Watch the video 📹 to discover how you can help! 👉
MowingQuest is a citizen science initiative where we want you to help us, & the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service & In-Situ, monitor grasslands by reporting mowing activities across Europe. Watch the video 📹 to discover how you can help! 👉
MowingQuest is a citizen science initiative where we want you to help us, & the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service & In-Situ, monitor grasslands by reporting mowing activities across Europe. Watch the video 📹 to discover how you can help! 👉