Science for Environment Policy @SfEP@respublicae.eu

What has been the #environment impact of #COVID19? 🦠

Our 🆕 Future Brief explores:
🔗 Links between the spread of COVID-19 and #environmental factors
🌾 Impacts on the environment
📚 The lessons learned

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https://environment.ec.europa.eu/publications/future-brief-covid-19-and-environment-links-impacts-and-lessons-learned-issue-26_en

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/SfEP/status/1571854888287752197

Do you know the meaning of forever chemicals? 🧪

On #WordNerdDay, explore how science is tackling these compounds that have persisted in the environment for decades, affecting soil, water, and human health. ⬇️

https://environment.ec.europa.eu/news/health-and-environmental-impacts-prompt-call-strict-ruling-ubiquitous-forever-chemicals-2023-10-19_en

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Europe's flood risk is rising - especially in urban centres and their surrounding regions in central Europe. 📉

Discover how better private flood precautions could reduce losses by 15%, saving €137 million. ⬇️

https://environment.ec.europa.eu/news/new-analysis-indicates-european-cities-and-countries-highest-expected-losses-future-flooding-2023-06-21_en

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Old electric car batteries can get a second life storing energy! ♻️

A study in Tenerife demonstrates that this is a smart and sustainable way to use energy from wind power, helping to cut waste and reduce costs. ⬇️

https://environment.ec.europa.eu/news/renewable-energy-storage-second-life-batteries-viable-may-benefit-subsidies-2023-09-13_en

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Building a low-carbon energy infrastructure is key to a sustainable future. While emissions from materials are manageable, the demand for key resources could be a challenge.

Find out more ⬇️
https://environment.ec.europa.eu/news/low-carbon-energy-construction-will-generate-limited-materials-associated-emissions-can-result-high-2023-06-08_en

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Did you know that eco-friendly actions, like reducing food waste, can boost personal well-being? ♻️

On #MindBodyWellnessDay, learn how greener habits can make us feel better while helping the planet. ⬇️

https://environment.ec.europa.eu/news/greener-behaviour-may-be-good-your-health-true-people-different-cultures-or-socio-economic-2022-11-09_en

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🎉 Happy New Year from #SfEP! Let’s make 2025 the year of action for our planet. 🌍

Stay informed with the latest #EnvironmentalResearch and science-based insights for a greener future. 🌿

📩 Subscribe now: https://ec.europa.eu/newsroom/env/user-subscriptions/1701/create
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RT by @SfEP: @WBHoekstra; @JessikaRoswall; @EUClimateAction; @EU_ENV; @euenvironment; @SfEP; @ERC_Research; @REA_research; @cinea; @LIFEprogramme

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RT by @SfEP: Solar radiation modification technologies cannot fully address climate change.

Experts from the Science Advice Mechanism and #EthicsGroup_EU urge responsible research on impacts, caution and prioritising emissions cuts.

🔗 Read their recommendations: http://europa.eu/!VyrRXc

Solar radiation modification technologies cannot fully address climate change.

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RT by @SfEP: LIFE is at the heart of #WaterWiseEU🌊

Restoring waters, cutting pollution & flood-proofing cities are essential. Among many #LIFEProjects, Freshabitat and LIFE Flusserlebnis Isar are turning these vital goals into reality💧

🔗Read more: http://tco.li/kyt8z

#LIFEProgramme

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RT by @SfEP: Inspiring discussions and knowledge sharing at #EUatCOP! 🌍

#EUClimatePact Ambassadors met with the 🇪🇺 delegation to talk about the EU’s climate action and work at #COP29.

Thank you to all Pact Ambassadors on the ground for their efforts to push for a more sustainable future!

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RT by @SfEP: Now online: @MethaneData’s latest “An Eye on Methane Report: Invisible, but not unseen” takes stock of progress in harnessing a data revolution that can #CutMethane on a global scale. https://www.unep.org/resources/eye-methane-2024 #COP29

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RT by @SfEP: When beauty meets green 🧴🌱

Curious about the #EUEcolabel for cosmetic products and how it ensures environmental excellence?

Then join our webinar on 11 December with leading 🇪🇺 and 🌍 representatives from the cosmetics sector

Register by 9 December 👉 https://europa.eu/!XkfwDg

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RT by @SfEP: Climate change, nature, and people are intrinsically connected 🔄 Taking action on climate change means adopting and implementing ambitious programs that prioritize these links. Learn more about the connections between these 3️⃣ elements through this @WWF graphic.

via @theGEF

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RT by @SfEP: 🕊️Peace can only be long-lasting if it is inclusive.

An #EUfunded project helps decision makers to understand the structural causes of conflict better and to build a firmer basis for peace and security.
👉 https://europa.eu/!cj6JVW

#InternationalDayofPeacekeepers

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RT by @SfEP: WATER MEANS LIFE.

💧 For cooking, cleaning, transport and energy.

🇪🇺In Europe we are giving water for granted. 70% of EU citizens are now worried about #water pollution & scarcity.

- affirmed @MarosSefcovic VC of the @EU_Commission at the #WaterWiseEU event. #EUGreenWeek

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RT by @SfEP: Drought, desertification & land degradation are a growing threat to humanity. But it's not too late to act.

This year’s #WorldEnvironmentDay calls for global action for our common future.

Take the #GenerationRestoration quiz to find out more: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/quiz-how-much-do-you-know-about-degraded-land-deserts-and-droughts

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RT by @SfEP: The ocean produces at least 50% of the 🌎's oxygen. It's home to most of Earth’s biodiversity, & is the main source of protein & nutrition for more than 3 billion people.

Despite all this, the ocean is at risk.

Here are 10 things you can do to #SaveOurOcean.
@UNDPArabStates

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RT by @SfEP: It's time to see water differently

We're facing a water crisis, with more frequent droughts & floods

That's why the EU boasts strong laws & cutting-edge technologies to safeguard water

Let's transform the way 💧 is managed, used & valued 👉https://europa.eu/!p6hkwy

#WaterWiseEU

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RT by @SfEP: 5 June is #WorldEnvironmentDay

Maintaining the resilience of biodiversity & ecosystem services globally depends on effective & equitable conservation of approximately 30–50% of Earth’s land, freshwater and ocean areas. - #IPCC's Synthesis Report 👉 https://bit.ly/SRYRpt23

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RT by @SfEP: Meet our team at the Industry Track of @EUBCE:

🟢 Session IBO.1 from 9:00 to 10:00 will explore the #biobased chemicals derived from sustainable biomass.
🔵 Session IBO.2 from 11:45 to 12:45 will focus on #circular bio-based materials for industrial applications.

#EUBCE2024

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