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60 years of European nuclear research
Over time, nuclear research achieved important results also in fields that are unrelated with energy, such as nuclear forensics and healthcare.
Divergence in land CO2 flux estimates: new research offers more consistent accounting
The gap between countries’ and global models' measuring shows net-zero emissions need to be achieved earlier, up to five years before previously estimated target dates.
New Atlas zooms in on Europe’s city-specific air pollutants, sources and measures to take
The Urban PM2.5 Atlas pinpoints sectors and extent of air pollution across 150 European cities thanks to updated dataset and methodology.
Wildfires in the EU: 2022 was the second-worst year, a warning from a changing climate
In 2022, land roughly the size of Corsica was scorched by wildfires in the EU, according to the latest report on fires in the pan-European region.
Foresight conference: building Europe’s future
An expected renaissance of democracies, a critical youth, and a more active civil society were sources of hope amid geopolitical angst, climate urgency, and AI unease.
Climate-neutral tech solutions: EU’s strong in innovation, but lags in commercialisation
EU shows greatest strength in wind (rotors), heat pumps, offshore operations (for installation of renewables), and heating and cooling networks.
Countering the threat of civil drones: Commission presents new measures
Two new JRC handbooks list key actions for effectively countering threats from uncooperative Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
EDGAR database: EU’s emissions keep falling, as post-COVID rebound in world emissions continues
In 2022, the world’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions grew by 1.4% as compared to 2021, while EU GHG emissions fell by 0.8%, according to a new study.
Response to demographic change should put more focus on adapting policies
Influencing global demographic trends is challenging. A new JRC report explores the role of policies in addressing demographic change.
Agrivoltaics alone could surpass EU photovoltaic 2030 goals
Covering just 1% of the utilised agricultural area (UAA) with agrivoltaic systems could result in approximately 944 GW direct current of installed capacity.
Drought Risk Atlas: heightened risk threatens the environment and the economy
The Atlas provides for the first time a comprehensive assessment and mapping of drought risks and impacts in the EU for a global warming of 1.5, 2 and 3 degrees.
Cancer cases and deaths on the rise in the EU
Exacerbated by an ageing population, the burden of cancer is increasing, with the number of new cases reaching 2.74 million in 2022.
Greenhouse gas emissions from manufacturing: what difference across countries?
JRC report provides estimations for 4 carbon-intensive industries to support EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
Pacing Europe's progress towards the Digital Decade targets
New JRC data supports Members States and the EU in their digital transformation.
Global Food Crises – mid-year update 2023
Nearly 238 million people across 48 food crisis countries face high levels of acute food insecurity, affecting nearly 1 in 5 individuals of the analysed population.
Solidarity with people displaced from Ukraine
A new JRC report shows that fighting disinformation and efficient communication are key for sustaining solidarity with displaced people.
JRC contribution to EU success – One year from SOTEU 2022
JRC actively supports the Commission across its political priorities and in response to challenges and crisis. Discover how.
Wildfires in the Mediterranean: EFFIS data reveal extent this summer
This year’s fire season in Europe has been devastating for humans and the environment.
Wildfires in the Mediterranean: monitoring the impact, helping the response
The JRC’s monitoring helps assess the damage and extent of the fires to support firefighting efforts.
Same pack, different ingredients? Dual quality down in branded EU food
A JRC sampling campaign shows that cases of dual food quality products – with same or a similar packaging but different composition – have declined as compared to a 2018/2019 testing.