For cleaner air.
We have made progress to clean up the air we breathe. But we need to do more.
Our #ZeroPollution plan will help align EU air quality standards closely with @WHO guidelines by 2030.
This means we can achieve our zero pollution aim for air by 2050
#EUDataCrunch
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586719580008816642
#DYK that renewables outplayed fossil fuels in the second quarter of 2022?
This was due to an increase of:
🌞+24% in solar generation
🌻+10% of onshore wind
🌊+11% of offshore wind
See 🇪🇺 electricity markets report ↓
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586674276274429953
Russia invaded the world’s breadbasket, preventing grain from reaching countries that need it most.
We introduced EU-Ukraine #SolidarityLanes to help get Ukraine’s grain moving again.
Our #EUDataCrunch reflects their importance. 👇
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586628975891079168
People around the 🌎 are feeling the growing impacts of the climate crisis.
Join the 🇪🇺 side events at #COP27 to talk about climate action.
+130 events to follow!
Register today 👉 http://europa.eu/!NBfCvP
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586387390817439744
With our🆕 #ZeroPollution package, we are proposing stronger rules on:
☁️ ambient air
🌊 surface & groundwater pollutants
🏙️ urban wastewater treatment
Because clean air and clean water are essential for the health of people and ecosystems. http://europa.eu/!7MHx8D
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586342094930694145
Have you ever had to send money to someone urgently?
Or had to pay a bill or your taxes at the last minute?
With Instant Payments we will:
🔸make life easier for EU citizens
🔸improve cash flow for businesses
🔸bring savings to retailers
Our proposal⬇️
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586297037212987392
Ukrainians need relief, fast rehabilitation and reconstruction for their daily survival.
For this, we need all hands on deck – with international institutions, the private sector and civil society all playing a crucial role.
Read more about the #RecoveryOfUkraine conference ⬇️
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586266589552291840
RT @EU_Commission: Europe is embracing the shift to zero-emission mobility.
By 2035, all new cars and vans registered in Europe will be zero-emission.
We welcome the agreement reached by the @europarl_en and the @EUCouncil.
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586022108542689283
Today, we've decided to prolong and amend the State aid Temporary Crisis Framework in order to support the economy in the context of Russia's war against Ukraine.
The framework enables EU countries to support those that need it, using the full flexibility of State aid rules.
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586015556754460674
RT @vonderleyen: We are providing Serbia with €165 million in immediate grant support.
And EU-funded projects like the 🇷🇸🇧🇬 gas interconnector are working for your energy future.
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1586010371327926272
RT @vonderleyen: The 🇷🇸🇧🇬 gas interconnector will improve Serbia’s energy security – and bring you one step closer to the EU.
We also invite 🇷🇸 to take part in our EU joint procurement of energy.
We will be happy to have Serbia with us. https://nitter.eu/i/broadcasts/1djGXlzjndvGZ
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585986449291509763
Ukraine has everything it takes for a successful reconstruction, and people around the globe support it.
Our posts about the #ReconstructionOfUkraine triggered a wave of heart-warming messages.
And we've a surprise for you: check some of the comments we received for 🇺🇦!
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585978556894642177
RT @vonderleyen: The new, EU-funded Ivan Tunnel will improve connections from Mostar to Sarajevo and, further north, to Budapest.
It will give a formidable boost to 🇪🇺🇧🇦 trade and exchanges.
And to the 🇧🇦 economy as a whole.
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585977705907953664
The green growth potential is immense.
With half of €500 billion from #NextGenerationEU, we're supporting:
🟢 sustainable mobility
🟢 energy efficiency
🟢 renewable energy & grids
Betting on a low-carbon economy is the surest economic trend of the coming years.
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585953575536013312
RT @vonderleyen: The EU stands with Bosnia and Herzegovina in the energy crisis.
We have prepared an energy support package for our Western Balkan partners.
For 🇧🇦 it means €70 million in short-term support.
And investments in more reliable sources of energy – like solar, wind or biomass.
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585941158945071105
RT @VDombrovskis: We all want to see more sustainable investments globally. But for this to happen, it’s vital we put in place strong transparency standards for #SustainableFinance.
It's crucial we get this right while we work hard to reduce dependence on Russian fossil fuels.
#InvestGreenEU 1/3
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585937828701429760
RT @vonderleyen: Bosnia and Herzegovina has a place in the heart of the European Union.
This is why we have proposed candidate status.
Now is the time for the country to come together once again and advance on the EU path. https://nitter.eu/i/broadcasts/1nAKErlXOqXGL
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585929558666067968
@ThierryBreton @elonmusk
RT @EU_Commission: ✅ Better protection of fundamental rights
✅ Less exposure to illegal content
✅ Harmonisation of rules
✅ Greater democratic control
Our Digital Services Act will ensure that online platforms better protect internet users in a safe and accountable digital space.
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585919650671386626
✅ Better protection of fundamental rights
✅ Less exposure to illegal content
✅ Harmonisation of rules
✅ Greater democratic control
Our Digital Services Act will ensure that online platforms better protect internet users in a safe and accountable digital space.
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585919520996196352
Europe is embracing the shift to zero-emission mobility.
By 2035, all new cars and vans registered in Europe will be zero-emission.
We welcome the agreement reached by the @europarl_en and the @EUCouncil.
🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1585916284436463616
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