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RSS![The EU’s health and long-term care workforce will need to grow by 11 million workers between 2018 and 2030 to meet the demands of an ageing population](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/adobestock_271286244.jpeg?itok=wxXgfZ5n)
A JRC study published today analyses the EU’s changing demography and the impact on demand for health and long-term care.
![Forests' vulnerability to insect outbreaks has increased, especially in the rapidly warming northern forests.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/20210223_webnews_adobestock_282106991.jpeg?itok=PYjFz78W)
Climate change has made Europe’s forests more vulnerable to hazards like fires, insect outbreaks, windthrows, or a combination of the three.
![A scientist is setting up a portable emissions measurement system (PEMS) at the JRC vehicle emissions laboratory.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/vehicle_emissions_mg_0004.jpg?itok=MRsGNLuG)
Today, the JRC published its third Report on conformity factors, which are used to assess compliance of vehicles with emission limits while performing...
![Distribution System Operators (DSOs)’s role has evolved and diversified along with the transition towards a cleaner electricity system](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/adobestock_80054513.jpeg?itok=_98IW89U)
The study recently published by the Joint Research Centre (JRC) presents insights about the big DSOs in Europe (those serving more than 100 000...
![European research on renewables and other low-carbon energy technologies is delivering potentially cost-effective solutions.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/adobestock_260782601_ok.jpeg?itok=iKwkdQnX)
The Low-Carbon Energy Observatory (LCEO) analyses the state of play in EU research and innovation trends and the policy measures for eleven low-carbon...
![Deep renovations would generate a total energy saving potential of almost 60% of current consumptions](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/adobestock_56471137.jpeg?itok=YrXJQSi0)
JRC study contains information and datasets useful for decision-making on allocating renovation resources for maximum return, while ensuring a...
![The index uses 25 indicators with specific goalposts to follow the path taken by various countries towards fair and prosperous sustainability](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/uladzimit_adobestock_211097152.jpeg?itok=MWyUD0HS)
The index ranks all EU countries plus 45 others around the world on their performance along four transitions: economic, social, environmental and...
![Autonomous vehicles can only reach their full potential, if they are able to deal with cybersecurity risks.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/adobestock_162993175.jpeg?itok=r6_aBRLs)
New report by the JRC and ENISA sheds light on the cybersecurity risks linked to the uptake of AI in autonomous cars, and provides recommendations to...
![The report provides insights on diverse demographic change in Europe](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/new-data-demography-europe_title_pic.jpg?itok=-ddBOe6C)
Europe’s population is getting older, but not all places are ageing equally.
![European Commissioner Mariya Gabriel and JRC researchers are committed to tackling cancer](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/world_cancer_day_lead_image.jpg?itok=M1No1XOt)
At the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre, scientists of different backgrounds and with different expertise are dedicated to helping the...
![The EU’s high standard health system provides a strong foundation for the roll out of AI technologies.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/adobestock_225496521.jpeg?itok=Lke1J7xT)
A high-standard health system, rich health data and a strong research and innovation ecosystem are Europe’s key assets to make the EU a global leader...
![Green bonds play an increasingly important role in scaling up financing of private and public investment for the low carbon transition](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/visiontop_adobestock_296046078.jpeg?itok=MtgKqBsk)
Green bond financing is proving effective in promoting more sustainable, less carbon-intensive activities in the EU
![Reductions in transport emissions account for the greatest part of the overall emissions reductions in 2020.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-02/20210202_webnews_road-238458.jpg?itok=lKG5S1jC)
The unprecedented emissions reductions fuelled by the pandemic can help break from the trend of rising emissions, but much more must be done to meet...
![Across all EU countries, young firms accounted for 36% of employment growth between 2013 and 2017](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-01/20210129_webnews_hurca_adobestock_331034599.jpeg?itok=eDUY_vXx)
Policies to support the creation of new businesses and help young firms survive could mitigate the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on jobs
![Natural disturbances such as windstorms and insects are increasingly affecting European forests.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-01/20210126_web_news_gettyimages-1095930382.jpg?itok=eWpNZEQQ)
Sustainability of bioenergy remains a complex issue with no one-size-fits-all answers, but win-win pathways exist.
![Trade agreements are due to result in substantial increases in EU agri-food exports.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-01/20210126_webnews_sodel_vladyslav_adobestock_227432353.jpeg?itok=zxTwTqqe)
The EU trade agenda is set to have an overall positive impact on the EU economy and the agri-food sector, according to a new study published today.
![Teachers, parents, students – they are all important actors in remote education.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-01/20210126_webnews_stokkete_obestock_366543643.jpeg?itok=dVH5dFM9)
To make remote learning successful, more needs to be invested in the digital, pedagogical, social and emotional competences required.
![The Atlas of the Human Planet 2020 provides 37 examples of applications of GHSL data in various policy domains](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-01/ghsl_atlas_2020.jpg?itok=msTzRWzA)
The 2020 edition of the Atlas of the Human Planet presents use cases of geoinformation in disaster risk management, urbanisation and sustainable...
![The New European Bauhaus is a creative initiative, breaking down boundaries between science and technology, art, culture and social inclusion.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-01/europa_new_bauhaus_p045297-408781.jpg?itok=PENvOpjU)
Today, the Commission launched the design phase of the New European Bauhaus initiative, announced by President von der Leyen in her 2020 State of the...
![Creativity is a vital skill for progress in knowledge societies and innovation-driven economies](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-01/adobestock_272289639.jpeg?itok=0Rdvrdhq)
Recent studies and practice show that creativity is increasingly relevant and valuable in all disciplines and occupations.While attempts to teach and...