EU Environment

Here’s to unity, peace and a healthy planet.

For us that also means to protect the environment and biodiversity, minimise risks to human health and promote the transition to a circular economy.

Happy #EuropeDay 2026
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🐦 Happy World Migratory Bird Day!

Climate change and habitat loss are making migration harder and more dangerous for many species.

The 🇪🇺 #LIFEProject - LIFE4AquaticWarbler is restoring habitats across the EU.

More: https://aquaticwarbler.eu/life4aquaticwarbler/
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Ladybirds might be your garden’s best ally.

These tiny red beetles feed on aphids and other harmful insects that damage your plants, acting as a natural, chemical-free form of pest control.

More: https://link.europa.eu/9V7vT9

Small actions. Big impact
#ForOurPlanet
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40% of those #LIFEProjects support SMEs in clean technology and the circular economy 🌱 ♻️

Europe’s green competitiveness flourishes with LIFE:
🔹 €4B+ invested in green innovation (2014–2023)
🔹 1871 projects and investments supported

Our new brochure: https://link.europa.eu/9MNhgT
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What motivates pollinator protection? 🐝

Food production is one reason, but not the only one!

Research shows stakeholders support pollinator protection for ethical, ecological and societal reasons.

Read more 👉 https://link.europa.eu/HwRXQV

#EUPollinators
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The 🇪🇺 environmental economy is growing!
✅5.8 million jobs in 2023
✅+5.5% average annual growth
✅Strong demand across waste & water, energy efficiency, renewables & sustainable land use

#EUGreenWeek 2026 is all about a nature-based economy

Register 👉 https://link.europa.eu/khRPKB
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But which batteries should be exempt? 🔋

Under the EU’s Batteries Regulation, portable batteries in products sold in the EU must be removable & replaceable.

We are seeking views on additional exemptions and on the draft legislation by 26 May 👉 https://link.europa.eu/pJvqbm
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A relationship we all needed to end: the one with lightweight plastic carrier bags 💔

Over a decade ago, the EU started moving on, with the entrance into force of the Plastic Bags Directive.

Choose reusable. Help #BeatPlasticPollution

More 👉 link.europa.eu/9TdGhC

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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: 🌡️Record wildfire extent
🌊Record sea surface temperatures
❄️Snow cover 31% below average

The European State of the Climate 2025 report, published today by the #CopernicusClimate Change Service (@CopernicusECMWF) and the @WMO, documents a year of climate extremes.

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🌡️Record wildfire extent
🌊Record sea surface temperatures
❄️Snow cover 31% below average

The European State of the Climate 2025 report, published today by the #CopernicusClimate Change Service (@CopernicusECMWF) and the @WMO, documents a year of climate extremes.

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Who will be the #EUGreenCapital 2028? 💚

1⃣7⃣ eligible cities are applying for the European Green Capital Award

1⃣0⃣ eligible cities are competing for the European Green Leaf Award

Learn more 👉 https://link.europa.eu/rwBNcD
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: A picture is worth 1000 words💌This is certainly true of the winning photos in EEA's photo competition.

Here the 2025 winners talk about the stories behind their #naturephotography and how they hope to inspire others.

The 2026 competition opens May 18!👉 https://www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/photo-competitions/resilient_by_nature

A picture is worth 1000 words💌This is certainly true of the winning photos in EEA's photo competition.

Here the 2025 winners talk about the stories behind their #naturephotography and how they hope to inspire others.

The 2026 competition opens May 18!👉 eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/ph…

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#EUGreenWeek 2026 - where environmental ambition meets economic reality!

At this year's conference, we will explore how nature-positive models work in practice, focusing on:
🚜farming
🌱soil health
🏙️greening cities
📈innovative financing

Register now 👉 http://link.europa.eu/khRPKB
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: Ready to bring your green project to life? 🌱

Use the last chance to register for the #EULIFE26 infodays and discover how to secure LIFE funding for your environmental and climate initiative.

Don’t miss your chance to get insider tips!

https://link.europa.eu/dMPFrd

#LIFEProgramme
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What if upgrading your phone didn’t mean replacing it? 📱

Modular smartphones allow users to swap or repair individual components, helping extend device life and reduce e-waste.

Learn more about it 👉 https://link.europa.eu/47tMQ7

#CircularEconomy
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🐧 Penguins provide many beneficial services to our planet, but they are also among the most endangered species.

The EU is committed to protect penguins across the globe through large-scale biodiversity funding, such as the BEST and the #LIFEProgramme

#WorldPenguinDay
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: #ClimateAction, but make it stubborn! 🫏

#LIFEProject ResLand, got donkeys to help reduce wildfire risk simply by grazing vegetation 🌿🔥

Nature-based solutions at their finest.

Learn more:
https://liferesland.com/
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: 🇪🇺🔁Europe’s circular economy ambition is clear.
The investment gap is not.

Launched today in Brussels, our joint study with @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu highlights where funding still falls short as 🇪🇺moves towards a Circular Economy Act⤵️

🔗http://go.eib.org/CircularEconomy
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Young Europeans are shaping the Circular Economy Act at the #CEStakeholderEU Annual Conference 2026, asking for:
♻️Affordability
♻️Design for longevity
♻️Producer accountability
♻️Green jobs
♻️Education

For a #CircularEconomy that works for everyone 👉 https://link.europa.eu/VqGXnj
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: The LIFE Calls for proposals are OPEN! #EULIFE26

€601.5M available for:
🦉 #EUBiodiversity
♻️ #CircularEconomy
⛈️ #ClimateAction
☀️ #EnergyTransition

and more!

Apply now ➡️ https://link.europa.eu/bCMqf8
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: Back in Brussels for the Annual Conference of the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform #ecesp

My full speech here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/speech_26_859
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: Our planet is sending us a clear signal.

From climate change to deforestation and land-use change, the pressures on our planet are growing.

On #EarthDay and every day, the world must accelerate its shift to a sustainable economy, one that works for both people and the planet.
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: Turning Europe’s #CircularEconomy ambitions into reality depends on making it people-focused, making sure EU rules work for business & citizens alike, according to two #EEAbriefings out today.

🔗https://www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/news/creating-win-win-for-business-and-people-key-to-success-of-circular-economy
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Happy #EarthDay! 🌍

Across Europe, 80% of habitats are in poor condition, & globally, up to 1 million species are at risk.

So our new #ForOurPlanet campaign 2026 is all about nature restoration. Launching today.

Small actions. Big impact.

More: https://link.europa.eu/M3mKJP
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How can Europe strengthen its access to secondary raw materials and accelerate the transition to a competitive #CircularEconomy?

Join the final stakeholder workshop on the upcoming Circular Economy Act to find out!

🗓️ Register by 24 April 👉 https://link.europa.eu/pVrDrf
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Around 700 million unused phones - almost 2 devices for every person in the EU - are gathering dust in 🇪🇺 households. 📱

Old broken phones are full of valuable materials that can only be reused if you dispose them properly.

Yet the collection rate is reported to be under 5%.

Around 700 million unused phones - almost 2 devices for every person in the EU - are gathering dust in 🇪🇺 households. 📱

Old broken phones are full of valuable materials that can on...
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: Thanks to the new “sponge label” from VLARIO & Natuurpunt, cities capture rain water to boost climate resilience.

More: https://www.belganewsagency.eu/flanders-launches-label-to-encourage-water-retention-policies

#LIFEProgramme
#ClimateAction

Thanks to the new “sponge label” from VLARIO & Natuurpunt, cities capture rain water to boost climate resilience.

More: belganewsagency.eu/flanders-…

#LIFEProgramme
#ClimateAction
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: 🌱 Turning Europe’s nature restoration ambitions into action

The EEA has opened the official portal for reporting the draft National Restoration Plans in Reportnet 3, the one-stop digital platform for all EEA’s environmental and climate reporting.

🔗https://biodiversity.europa.eu/europes-biodiversity/nature-restoration/reference-portal-for-nature-restoration-regulation
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: “Recycle me” — but make it clear ☝️

Following a dialogue with the Commission and national consumer authorities, Nestlé Waters will update its recycling claims so consumers can rely on accurate information about what is actually recycled.

ℹ️ https://link.europa.eu/63ThMY
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: Cattle, sheep and goats aren't just farm animals — they're ecosystem managers. A new EEA briefing finds just 10–15% of EU ruminants, distributed appropriately, could protect all grazing-dependent habitats. 🌿 https://www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/news/extensive-grazing-essential-for-one-in-three-of-europes-protected-habitats
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: Cars are plastic parts on wheels 🚗♻️

That’s why the EU is now developing its end-of-life vehicles regulation, aligning it with the #CircularEconomy Action Plan to boost circularity, improve vehicle design, and keep more materials in use.

More: https://link.europa.eu/jn7Q9j
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RT by @EU_ENV@respublicae.eu: 🌍🛰️ Today is #WorldMetDay

As climate patterns shift, accessible #OpenData is key to monitoring #OurPlanet and the impact of more frequent and extreme #weather events 🌀🔥♨️

Providing this data is part of the #EUSpace Programme's 🇪🇺🛰️🌍 mission

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