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RSS![The JRC coordinates several competence centres, each focused on providing analytical tools and bringing together people and expertise.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-10/k4p_competemce_centre_participative_democracy.jpg?itok=unm2S8I9)
European Commission launches the competence centre on participatory and deliberative democracy.
![The cost of heatwaves could rise five-fold in the future.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-10/adobestock_287245227-heatwaves.jpeg?itok=acln47Vc)
With ever more frequent and longer heatwaves, European countries will have to face yearly economic losses up to 3% of their GDP.
![How SARS-CoV-2 enters and infects the human body](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-09/adobestock_335760236-sars-cov-2.jpeg?itok=w95RFbmC)
A new JRC study explores how scientists are currently using new innovative technologies based on human biology and mathematics-based methods to better...
![The initiative will help translate the European Green Deal into tangible change on the ground that improves our daily life](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-09/new_european_bauhaus_moves_from_co-design_to_delivery.jpg?itok=dcZT0kkW)
Inspiring projects awarded as Commission lays out new actions and funding
![Accurate forecasts help farmers to take better decisions](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-09/adobestock_423790289_-_climate_forecast_for_farmers.jpeg?itok=I3r7YC-y)
Farmers and policymakers can reap benefits from taking seasonal weather forecasts into account when making decisions about wheat.
![The JRC examined existing strengths and areas for improvement and identified emerging challenges and future opportunities across five different areas: geopolitics, technology, economy, environment and society.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-09/foresight_report_social_mediaosa_webnews.jpg?itok=rFYrU45J)
The JRC examined existing strengths and areas for improvement and identified emerging challenges and future opportunities across five different areas...
![Research shows that stereotypes and discrimination can turn into self-fulfilling prophecies.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-09/20210907_webnews_adobestock_280042316.jpg?itok=dFHTF-4H)
A collection of multidisciplinary insights and practical examples brings in one place existing research and evidence on how the experience of poverty...
![Invasive alien species cause serious negative impacts to biodiversity](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-08/20210819_webnews_adobestock_379695990.jpg?itok=60Q_UpQE)
Invasive Alien Species, animals or plants introduced accidentally or deliberately into a new environment, can cause serious negative impacts to...
![Disastrous floods](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-08/20210811_webnews_adobestock_221036006_-_disastrous_floods.jpeg?itok=okPnNBJ7)
New study provides insights on how to better estimate associated risks, develop adequate risk reduction measures, and looks into flood trends in...
![The right to repair is a must in a circular economy](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-08/20210809_webnews_adobestock_445069730_-_hollyharry.jpeg?itok=LCfdeEG-)
Manufacturers should design their products with an eye to making future repairs more straightforward, such as coming up with modular designs, and...
![Expansion and modernisation of Africa’s electricity sector](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-08/20210806_webnews_adobestock_358826225_-_african_energy_transition.jpeg?itok=qYQNQBOO)
How to undertake the much needed expansion and modernisation of Africa’s electricity sector? International partnerships such as the Sustainable Energy...
![Packaged food and soft drinks in European supermarkets](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-08/adobestock_323385524_-_supermarket_product.jpeg?itok=5em6QO-U)
A recent JRC study analysed trends in the nutritional quality of packaged food and non-alcoholic beverage by assessing the level of sugar, salt...
![Annual report 2020 – Joint Research Centre](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-07/26_07_2021_promo_ar_2020_a4_tw_2.png?itok=waxYCR5q)
The JRC published the Annual Report for 2020 – a year of unprecedented challenges for Europe and the world. The Annual Report provides detailed...
![JRC Energy Scenarios Interactive Tool EU](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-07/energy_scenarios_europe_web.png?itok=ZyGNNFVh)
The JRC has launched an online tool to compare current energy consumption and sources with several future scenarios, allowing anyone to explore the...
![Certified Reference Material to verify the authenticity of wines.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-07/adobestock_215045611_wine_test_crm.jpeg?itok=ZJ0qfgvT)
Adulteration of wine is a worldwide issue affecting consumers. The JRC just released a Certified Reference Material (CRM) to verify the authenticity...
![Loneliness in the EU – Insights from surveys and online media data](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-07/sm_loneliness_general.jpg?itok=aNDT2g1R)
One in four EU citizens reported feeling lonely most of the time during the first months of the coronavirus pandemic, according to Eurofound survey...
![Re-open EU reaches new milestones.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-07/re-open_2021_wide_press.jpg?itok=9v27Hlcm)
Re-open EU provides timely information on travel restrictions, public health and safety measures, helping all to plan and prepare safe holidays...
![The EU aluminium industry had an annual turnover of €61.5 billion in 2018](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-07/adobestock_291032072_w.jpeg?itok=XGCvkzOs)
US tariffs on aluminium increased prices for US importers and consumers without any major effect on US imports from the EU and on global overcapacity...
![The large number of innovative light-EV products placed on the market would require to create a new category for LMT batteries and to switch targets on a more "future-proof" approach for better collection and recycling.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-07/light_means_of_transport_lmt.jpeg?itok=SevunCl0)
In support to the legislative process, a new JRC report explores modernisation of the collection rules to ensure the efficient, safe and fair...
![‘Deep’ building renovations are needed for the EU to move towards a climate neutral building stock](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-07/adobestock_56471137_w.jpeg?itok=58ji8Ria)
‘One Stop Shops’ could help owners and tenants overcome difficulties and start a building renovation or refurbishment process.