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International supply chains pose green challenges

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INTERNATIONAL

Trade-offs with other policy concerns such as domestic job creation pose political dilemmas. Both green technology products and their inputs are increasingly seen as strategic…

EU will struggle to convert China policy into reality

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EU/CHINA

Prior to their visit, von der Leyen outlined the Commission’s “de-risking” policy towards China, whose aims include enhancing strategic independence from China and protecting EU…

E-waste endangers developing nations' catch-up growth

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INTERNATIONAL

Nearly 50 million tonnes of electronic waste (e-waste) was generated last year but only 20% was recycled. China generates the most but the EU leads both e-waste per person and…

EU farmers are facing increasing challenges

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EU

The significant emphasis on climate change in government and EU policy is forcing farmers to invest in new technologies in order to reduce emissions. Agricultural acreages have…

Regulatory divergence would prolong EU-UK tensions

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UNITED KINGDOM

Thus far, the UK government has signalled a willingness to diverge from the EU’s GDPR regulations and from standards on gene editing, medical devices, chemicals and trademarks.

EU’s green agenda will expose large divergences

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EUROPE

The extent of their preparedness reflects a combination of willingness and ability. Willingness is evident in government policy and in the public's environmental consciousness and…

France’s green bill adopts new rules for investment

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FRANCE

The bill, which will cost the government EUR500mn (USD540mn) each year, will focus on the provision of grants for new projects, expedited permitting and training for green…

EU sets out ambitious carbon management strategy

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EU

The proposals represent a major shift towards activism in the EU’s approach to Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). Demand will come from storage sites and the production of…

Climate risks are spurring innovation in agriculture

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EUROPE

Innovation in agriculture.

Hydrogen will be central to Europe’s climate ambitions

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EUROPE

The EU publication follows the unveiling of national hydrogen strategies in Germany and the Netherlands this year. Increased state support, the formulation of strategies and…