Policy and Affairs
Policy and Affairs
Auto tariffs cut to 15%, EU advances with two legislative acts to secure Trump deal
Auto tariffs reduced to 15% with retroactive effect from August 1 under the US-EU trade deal. Brussels lifts duties on US goods in return for tariff cuts…
Paolo Travisi•1 September 2025
Policy and Affairs
With Trump’s science cuts, Europe seeks…
Trump’s budget cuts to key U.S. science agencies are pushing Europe to…
Erminia Voccia•4 August 2025
Policy and Affairs
Trump signs 15% tariffs into law,…
The White House confirms 15% tariffs on EU goods starting August 7.…
Paolo Travisi•1 August 2025
Policy and Affairs
EU Commission ready to pull back on Green Claims Directive
The EU may withdraw the Green Claims Directive due to political pressure, stalling efforts to fight…
Editorial Team•23 June 2025
Policy and Affairs
G7 Summit in Canada, the wildfire charter omits global warming
While world leaders were gathered in the scenic mountains of Kananaskis, an estimated 225 wildfires were…
Editorial Team•20 June 2025
Policy and Affairs
EU unveils plan to end Russian gas imports by 2027
The EU begins the phase-out of Russian gas with a full import ban by 2027 targeting…
Editorial Team•19 June 2025
Policy and Affairs
Israel attacks Iran, Hormuz Strait shutdown is worst-case scenario
Israel attacks Iran, sparking fears of oil supply cuts through the Hormuz Strait and driving crude…
Editorial Team•16 June 2025
Policy and Affairs
EU priorities on energy efficiency according to Dan Jørgensen
Energy efficiency is central to EU climate and security goals, with new measures targeting SMEs, data…
Editorial Team•16 June 2025
Environmental policies
Liquefied natural gas market braces for record expansion by 2030
Liquefied natural gas is set for record growth: between 2025 and 2030, nearly 290 bcm per…
Editorial Team•10 June 2025
Policy and Affairs
Gaza war’s carbon footprint exceeds that of entire nations
The destruction and potential reconstruction of Gaza may have caused, and could still cause in the…
Editorial Team•4 June 2025
Environmental policies
Hawaii raises visitor tax to fund environmental protection and climate resilience
Hawaii raises its visitor tax to 11% to protect nature and address climate risks, with total…
Editorial Team•29 May 2025
Policy and Affairs
EU opens consultations on new ecodesign standards for refrigerators
The European Commission launches four calls for evidence on ecodesign and labeling for home and direct-sales…
Editorial Team•27 May 2025
Policy and Affairs
Beyond the Omnibus: will the EU cut energy bureaucracy?
The EU may ease energy bureaucracy rules to support businesses and improve competitiveness across the bloc
Editorial Team•12 May 2025
Policy and Affairs
Trump eases auto tariffs: the 100-day move that could shake up U.S.…
Auto tariffs Trump plan suspends duties on steel and aluminum, aiming to support U.S. supply chains…
Editorial Team•30 April 2025
Policy and Affairs
Is the EU weakening methane rules to favor gas from the US?
To boost US LNG imports and ease trade talks with Washington, the European Commission is reportedly…
Editorial Team•23 April 2025
Environmental policies
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