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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.
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Analysis of patented biotechnology inventions worldwide shows how the EU positions itself compared to the US and China.
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Conflict, political instability and violence have contributed to increased risk. Unchecked climate change will exacerbate the risk of humanitarian crises.
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JRC supports European Environment Agency mapping climate risks the EU must prepare for - financial risks are a particular concern.
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In the 21st century, most newly created jobs were for women, who also benefited more from occupational upgrading. Despite progress, gender gaps in employment and job quality persist.
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Zooming in on areas as small as 1x1 km, a new atlas provides data on energy demand and looks into energy scenarios until 2050.
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What gender inequalities need to be addressed to achieve a just energy transition? Find out in a new JRC report.
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Ten upcoming free trade agreements (FTA) will diversify trade sources, thus improve the resilience of EU food supply chains.
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Severe and prolonged drought events have affected Europe for more than two years and northern Africa for six years, causing water shortages and hampering vegetation growth.
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Photovoltaic (PV) on roof and water bodies, and along roads and railways could push EU total installed capacity over 1 TWp.
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Discover what it is like to be a scientist where research and policy combine.
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JRC's analysis and scientific evidence fed into the impact assessment accompanying the Commission’s communication on the recommended target.