Mobility | 18 March, 2024 at 7:00 AM
EU Parliament adopts road emission reduction measures
The European Parliament granted their approval for new EU regulations aimed at curbing emissions from a variety of vehicles.
The European Parliament granted their approval for new EU regulations aimed at curbing emissions from a variety of vehicles.
Romania will launch its first auction of renewable energy projects under a contract-for-difference (CfD) scheme recently approved by the European Commission.
The European Environment Agency (EEA) warned that Europe could face "catastrophic" situations if it does not assess the climate risks it is facing, many of which are already at a critical level.
Automobile Manufacturers and Importers Association (APIA) announced that electric cars reported a 12.9% increase and a market share of 43.3%.
In total, it is estimated that over 560,000 seedlings will be planted with the help of partner associations and volunteers. The budget for this year amounts to €3.2 million.
The European Commission introduced two new measures aimed at bolstering the EU's water resilience and enhancing water quality and quantity across the continent.
Recycling rates for paper and cardboard have been declining over the past five years, reaching an average of 81% in Europe in 2022.
EY predicts that by 2030, there will be over 75 million electric vehicles operating across different charging networks in Europe.
Romania's Ministry of Environment, Water and Forests launched a program dedicated to installing photovoltaic panels for churches.
The European Commission has approved Romania's allocation of a €3 billion aid scheme to support installations producing onshore wind and photovoltaic solar energy.
The photovoltaic plants will have a total installed capacity of 1.15 MWp and are implemented in two locations of a renowned hypermarket in Romania, Baia Mare and Satu Mare.
Romsilva will plant approximately 26 million forest seedlings and will regenerate 12,087 hectares in the state-owned forest fund during the two reforestation campaigns.
Romanian businesses operating following national waste recycling legislation can receive up to €8.4 million to build a recycling plant.
EBRD and French asset manager Eiffel Investment Group supported solar energy development in Poland.
The company estimates that the project will be fully completed within six months.
This initiative aims to enhance accessibility to top-tier logistics infrastructure in both nations while contributing to Europe's transition towards sustainability.
The company Teiuș.Solar, part of the Danish group Eurowind Energy, announced the launch of the project Teiuș Photovoltaic Park.
Over 18 million packages have been collected in February through the Deposit-Return System.
Sweden led the way when it came to renewables in heating and cooling, with a 69.3% share, followed by Estonia (65.4%).
Skanska introduced its ESG+ office package, responding to evolving market dynamics and EU regulations.
Poland has moved up 49 places in the Climate Risk Index 2025, underscoring the increasing impact of climate change on the real estate sector. Heatwaves, heavy rainfall, droughts and floods are becoming a regular challenge for property owners and investors, according to Cushman & Wakefield.
European companies are facing widespread challenges as they attempt to comply with the EU's new sustainability reporting standards, according to recent findings from the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG).
Improving energy efficiency in buildings plays a key role in building a sustainable future. It leads to lower costs, a healthier indoor environment, and a smaller environmental footprint. According to România Eficientă, efficient energy use is not about sacrificing comfort but about eliminating waste.
Hidroelectrica has selected Waldevar Energy to implement the Nufărul Project, a pioneering renewable energy initiative set to become the largest floating photovoltaic (FPV) system installed on a hydroelectric dam in Europe.
The European Ombudsman has formally questioned the European Commission's handling of recent proposals aimed at scaling back corporate sustainability requirements, raising concerns over transparency and procedural compliance.
