No images? Click here Solidarity key to Covid-19 recovery and a better, sustainable future"No matter how difficult our day-to-day decisions may be in 2022, we should be brave enough stay on course towards the sustainability target set in the European Green Deal and delivered through legislative packages, such the Fit for 55 package. The key lies in social solidarity. Europe has already put in place some funding mechanisms to help those affected. We need to strengthen this social component of our efforts and address the social inequalities the economic transition may generate." Hans Bruyninckx, EEA Executive Director Interview with an EEA expertWestern Balkan countries play a valuable role in partnering with EEA to tackle environmental and climate challenges"The region is facing a number of challenges, specifically around air, water and soil pollution which only can be addressed properly when sound and reliable data and information are available. The region is also specifically vulnerable in terms of climate change. There is also a lot of pristine nature that needs effective protection. By providing expertise and capacity building, the EEA aims to address the problems in this area as well." Interview with Luc Bas, EEA Head of Programme, Cooperation, Networks and Strategy In the spotlightNew EEA website: Climate and energy in the EUTransparent information on Europe’s progress to climate and energy targets is an important part of global climate governance. This website provides information on the EU and its Member States' progress towards their 2030 targets. It also gives access to data and analysis on key areas for achieving climate neutrality, based mainly on official information regularly submitted by European countries to the European Environment Agency. Latest indicators & datasetsWe have been reviewing the format of our indicators to make them more concise and understandable. We have also introduced a set of new indicators, as indicated below. Your feedback is always welcome. Air qualityIndicators on health impacts of exposure to fine particulate matter in Europe (NEW!); and persistent organic pollutant emissions in Europe. New mobile app on European Air Quality Index is now available for download. Dataset on air quality e-reporting. BiodiversityIndicators on ecosystem coverage in Europe; ecological footprint of European countries; and public awareness of biodiversity in Europe. Datasets on EUNIS habitat classification and Copernicus Land Monitoring Service - high resolution vegetation phenology and productivity Climate changeIndicators on greenhouse gas emissions from energy use in buildings in Europe (NEW!), progress towards national GHG emissions targets in Europe (NEW!); global and European sea level rise; GHG emissions from agriculture in Europe; and GHG emissions from land use, land use change and forestry Datasets on ozone-depleting substances; and approximated estimates for greenhouse gas emissions; and Member States' GHG emission projections. EnergyIndicator on primary and final energy consumption in Europe. Datasets on reported information on large combustion plants under the Energy Community Treaty; approximated estimates for the primary and final consumption of energy in 2020; and approximated estimates for the share of gross final consumption of renewable energy sources in 2020. Transport & noise Indicator on greenhouse gas emissions from transport in Europe; new registrations of electric vehicles in Europe; and exposure of Europe’s population to environmental noise. Datasets on reported data on noise exposure covered by Directive 2002/49/EC. Water and marine environment Indicator on pesticides in rivers, lakes and groundwater in Europe (NEW!). Datasets on WISE Water Framework Directive protected area spatial data. Interactive map on urban waste water treatment. Upcoming eventsBiodiversity COP-15 - 25 April - 8 May 2022, ChinaThe UN Biodiversity Conference will convene governments from around the world to agree to a new set of goals for nature over the next decade through the Convention on Biological Diversity post-2020 framework process. Please see the official website for more information. ONE - health, environment, society - Conference - 21-24 June 2022, Belgium and onlineThe four-day conference, to be held in Brussels and online, will focus on food and feed safety within the broader perspective of sustainable food systems. Updates on the programme will be shared on the event website. In case you missed - EEA news since SeptemberClear opportunities to decouple Europe’s waste generation from economic growthCities play pivotal roles in Europe's sustainability transitionEurope’s urban population remains at risk due to levels of air pollution known to damage healthCreating a resilient economy within environmental limitsClimate hazards are increasing in frequency and severity across EuropeTargeted measures can cut carbon emissions and improve social equalityWater stress is a major and growing concern in EuropeEU achieves 20-20-20 climate targets, 55 % emissions cut by 2030 reachable with more efforts and policiesEurope's sustainability agenda needs knowledge for action...Europe’s nature under pressure — challenges and solutionsIndustrial air pollution in Europe costs society €277 - €433 billionPollution and barriers are key problems for Europe’s watersClimate Change PIX winners selectedPlease use the "Forward" button instead of forwarding it directly by email in order to enable us to enhance our tools further and provide you with a better service. |