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By Elena Novak

Covers the European Green Deal, energy transition and the climate politics of the member states.

33 published stories
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Beyond the Podium: How Olympic Athletes Redefine Success and Build Resilience

US Olympic psychologists are shifting focus from medals to mental health, sleep, and process-oriented goals. Athletes like Paralympian Kenda

ECHA Expands PFAS Ban Proposal to Include Military, Medical and Industrial Sectors
Environment

ECHA Expands PFAS Ban Proposal to Include Military, Medical and Industrial Sectors

The European Chemicals Agency has expanded its proposal to restrict PFAS, adding military, medical and industrial applications to the scope.

UN Climate Chief Warns COP29 Finance Deal at Risk as EU Adjusts Position on China
Environment

UN Climate Chief Warns COP29 Finance Deal at Risk as EU Adjusts Position on China

UN climate chief Simon Stiell warned that political brinksmanship threatens to collapse negotiations for a new global climate finance goal a

COP29 Climate Finance Talks Stalled as Donor Disputes Threaten Baku Summit
Environment

COP29 Climate Finance Talks Stalled as Donor Disputes Threaten Baku Summit

The first week of the COP29 climate summit in Baku concluded with minimal progress on the critical issue of funding for developing nations.

EU States Divided on Microplastics Law as UN Treaty Negotiations Loom
Environment

EU States Divided on Microplastics Law as UN Treaty Negotiations Loom

European governments are divided over new rules to tackle microplastic pollution, with key states opposing controls on maritime transport. S

Beyond the EV: Why a Tech-First Approach to Transport Fails Europe's Climate Goals
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Beyond the EV: Why a Tech-First Approach to Transport Fails Europe's Climate Goals

Author Paris Marx argues that replacing combustion engines with electric vehicles is an insufficient response to the climate crisis. The pri

How the EU Can Revitalize Its Pharmaceutical Innovation Pipeline
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How the EU Can Revitalize Its Pharmaceutical Innovation Pipeline

The EU is falling behind the US and Japan in pharmaceutical innovation. EMA Director General Emer Cooke calls for simpler regulatory pathway

Europe Prepares for Winter as COVID-19 Cases Rise Amid New Variants
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Europe Prepares for Winter as COVID-19 Cases Rise Amid New Variants

Health officials across Europe report a significant rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalisations, driven by new, more transmissible variants.

Timing Matters: How Circadian Rhythms Influence Drug and Vaccine Efficacy
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Timing Matters: How Circadian Rhythms Influence Drug and Vaccine Efficacy

The time of day when medications are taken or vaccines administered can significantly alter their effectiveness, according to circadian neur