EU greenlights €288 million to strengthen semiconductor supply chain
The European Commission has approved €288 million in German state aid for two new semiconductor supply chain projects aimed at strengthening the resilience of European chip manufacturing. The funding will support a new production facility by Carl Zeiss and Zadient Materials Europe GmbH in Germany. The largest share, 222 million euros, will go to Zeiss […]
PFAS drinking water crisis is reshaping public health and infrastructure
Water utilities in Europe and North America are facing a problem of PFAS contamination in drinking water that environmental scientists say will take decades to fully contain. PFAS, short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, is a large group of synthetic chemicals used in everything from nonstick cookware and waterproof fabrics to industrial manufacturing and firefighting […]
ESA expands scout mission program with two EO satellites
The European Space Agency (ESA) has selected two new Earth observation scout missions, Hibidis and SOVA-S, to join its growing fleet of low-cost scientific satellites. The mission was approved by ESA’s Earth Observation Program Committee following a 10-month evaluation process and will focus on biodiversity monitoring and atmospheric research. Hibidis will use hyperspectral imaging techniques […]
A new challenge for Europe
The European Chips Act represents a strategic response by the European Union to the growing challenges and opportunities in the semiconductor sector. With a planned investment of over €43bn, the goal is to increase Europe’s semiconductor market share from 10% to 20% by 2030 The European Chips Act represents a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bolstering […]
Promoting clothing recycling in Europe with AI-powered condition assessment
TexMat solutions automatically classify consumer clothing for resale through digital product passport data and AI-based imaging and data processing technology. TEXMAT revolutionizes the profitability of reused clothing collections and businesses in Europe. This allows consumers to bring their clothes to the collection machine in an effortless process. Consumers no longer have to choose the appropriate […]
My password is about to disappear. Biometric security will replace it.
For decades, passwords have been the foundation of digital security. From online banking and email accounts to work systems and social media platforms, passwords have become the default way to prove who you are online. Cybersecurity experts now believe this model is breaking down. Rising levels of phishing, credential theft, ransomware attacks, and AI-powered fraud […]
EU approves €1.3 billion to boost renewable hydrogen production
The European Commission has approved a €1.3 billion German state aid program to expand renewable hydrogen production across Europe. The funding, authorized under EU state aid rules, will support selected projects through the European Hydrogen Bank’s “auction-as-a-service” mechanism after the 2026 auction round. Germany’s plan is designed to fund new hydrogen infrastructure and large-scale electrolyzer […]
Horizon Europe Cluster 6 launches €210 million call for green projects
The European Commission has launched a new €210 million funding round under Horizon Europe Cluster 6 for ground-breaking environmental and sustainability research projects. This call supports initiatives focused on biodiversity, circular economy innovation and pollution reduction across Europe. The latest Horizon Europe Cluster 6 funding package allocates €76 million for biodiversity and ecosystem services research, […]
Bridging the gap in urban and wildland defense
Wildfire Water Solutions will discuss the evolving challenges of wildfire management and highlight the importance of deployable infrastructure solutions to enhance access to water and improve preparedness at the urban-wildland interface. In many parts of the world, wildfire behavior is evolving. Longer fire seasons, increased fuel loads, and more frequent extreme weather events are creating […]
How to optimize the energy efficiency of UK homes
The Sustainable Energy Association explains how it is working to help the UK become more energy efficient. Too many households in the UK live in homes that are expensive to heat, uncomfortable and unhealthy. This is true even in homes that already have double glazing, insulation, and other efficient features installed. The Sustainable Energy Association […]