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New study shows promising advances in fight against plastic pollution.
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Despite a 4.4% share in EU’s overall workforce, participation of non-EU nationals is growing in sectors with labour shortages, including in digital and green occupations.
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Reusing treated wastewater in agriculture can improve food security and help combat water scarcity.
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From food security to armed conflict: JRC research for EU resilience
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Hydrogen from abundantly available renewables on-site is the most sustainable option, but delivery via pipelines or shipping could still be environmentally friendly.
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Analysis, trends and drivers of the performance of sectors relying on EU’s coastal and marine resources.
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The concept of Gross Ecosystem Product brings ecosystem services into the picture.
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Scientists investigate three grid expansion scenarios for 2030 and 2040, and provide recommendations to address grid bottlenecks.
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Scientific evidence sheds light on benefits and challenges for connected public administrations.
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The Global Report on Food Crises identifies conflicts as major driver, and the Gaza Strip food crisis as the worst in eight years.
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A harmonised approach is a first step in eventually establishing exposure levels in EU tap water.
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First 10 manufacturers commit to develop interoperable connected products within a year.
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Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Malawi have officially declared state of emergency.
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What are the most promising current and emerging technologies when the next airborne disease hits?
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The report provides examples of how the JRC has made a positive impact on policymaking and society in the past year.
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The report analyses 10 key areas ranging from geopolitics, the environment and economics, to technology and social solidarity.
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Every euro invested during the 2014-2027 funding programmes will generate additional GDP in the EU.
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There was a sharp increase in burnt areas in the summer months, mostly affecting the Mediterranean.
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New reference method for safe exposure.
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A deep dive into workers’ participation in digital skills training? Findings and implications for policy.