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Extreme heat is increasingly dangerous in cities and urban areas. JRC identifies steps local authorities can take to manage these risks.
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Water excess in the west; hot and dry in the east
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The JRC-led initiative called PRO-MaP aims to improve methodological reporting and transparency in scientific publications to capitalise on innovation and improve health outcomes for all.
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Air quality in European cities would benefit from reducing the combustion of traditional biomass for residential heating.
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The JRC releases guidance for professionals and innovators to help them make an assessment in the early stage of development of new chemicals and materials.
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JRC highlights the impact of ageism on society and individuals.
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Most comprehensive analysis to date shows that forest degradation can span up to 1.5km inside forest interiors.
![Image of glass boxes and cans with fresh food](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2024-07/Angelina%20Zinovieva_AdobeStock_312092340.jpeg?h=a6ae6976&itok=09S6G6y-)
Best practices and recommendations for lower consumer food waste. Solutions from the European Consumer Food Waste Forum.
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High yield forecasts for cereals in Kazakhstan
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JRC foresight makes the case for an all-encompassing policy view.