From theory to practice: A case-based analysis of the EU’s ‘do no significant harm’ principle
July 18, 2024
This report, through a series of case studies, analyses how the ‘do no significant harm’ principle has been applied in various EU Member States.
Lack of transparency in financing export in Czechia
July 12, 2024
Instead of supporting the export of Czech goods, the taxpayer’s money in the Czech Republic is being spent with lack of transparency, allowing support of the export of products of unclear origin as well as projects for which, despite the regulations, the environmental and social impact is not assessed.
Central and Eastern Europe’s climate plans lack ambition, say environmental NGOs
July 1, 2024
… “Eastern European Member States plan to invest heavily in fossil gas infrastructure, despite the urgent need for climate action” said …
Supporting the just transition through dedicated technical assistance
June 28, 2024
The just transition implementation phase is underway. However, additional support is needed to drive implementation and help projects respond to their particular challenges. This briefing provides recommendations for supporting the just transition process with technical assistance, capacity building, project preparation and project funding.
Strengthening the participation of civil society in monitoring committees through technical assistance
June 28, 2024
This briefing sheds light on the role of monitoring committees within the EU and the specific procedures involving committees of representatives that enable Member States to take part in shaping implementing acts.
Urgent call for central and eastern European countries to raise their NECP climate ambitions
June 27, 2024
With the deadline (30 June) for EU Member States to submit their national energy and climate plans (NECPs) fast approaching, concerns are growing that CEE countries are not showing the ambition needed to meet their 2030 climate and energy targets.
The Romanian village of Buteni: A climate-neutral rural community in the making
June 17, 2024
Photovoltaic panels on government buildings and homes, upgrades to the electricity system, a scheme for geothermal district heating, and investments in modern education. These aren’t the initiatives of a bustling capital city, but the ambitious plans of a small village in western Romania.
European Green Deal – Central and Eastern Europe’s overlooked geopolitical tool
June 4, 2024
When President Xi Jinping made a rare visit to Europe three weeks ago, Hungary featured prominently on his itinerary, with the announcement …
You(th) have a say in shaping the EU’s just transition
May 31, 2024
Picture a large, stuffy room within European Commission headquarters usually reserved for formal gatherings. On 19 April, at an event that officially concluded the EUTeens4Green initiative, the space was transformed by the infectious energy of over a hundred young leaders. These EUTeens4Green ambassadors shared their inspiring messages and passionate stories, calling on the EU to involve the young generation in climate action.
Governments that are reluctant to embrace climate objectives place the energy transition in jeopardy
May 28, 2024
The upcoming Hungarian and Polish European Council presidencies present emerging Europe with a chance to set a climate neutral agenda—but …
