This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Grégoire Bellois, Senior Policy Advisor, Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development, Margery Ryan, Market Research Manager, Platinum Group Metals, Johnson Matthey The energy transition, which is increasing demand for critical minerals and metals, is putting […]Why understanding mineral associations is key to managing the critical minerals supply gap
November 27, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Grégoire Bellois, Senior Policy Advisor, Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development, Margery Ryan, Market Research Manager, Platinum Group Metals, Johnson Matthey The energy transition, which is increasing demand for critical minerals and metals, is putting […]Commission approves amendment to State aid measures supporting resolution of Polish Getin Noble Bank
November 27, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, an amendment to the support measures granted by Poland in the context of the resolution of the Polish Getin Noble Bank S.A. The Commission approved the initial support measures in October 2022 (SA.100687). According […]Commission and High Representative/Vice-President reinforce their commitment to protect women and girls from violence
November 27, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Ahead of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on 25 November, the European Commission and the High Representative/Vice-President issued the following statement: “Globally, the rights of women and girls have faced threats, reductions, or complete elimination, significantly impeding progress achieved over […]The Healthcare System’s Role in Combating The Hidden Epidemic of Domestic Violence: A Framework for Change
November 27, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms.Cika Thalita Nurul Izzah, known as Cika, a Medical student of Universitas Padjadjaran, Indonesia. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s […]3 ways remote work is a double-edged sword for women’s careers
November 24, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Isabel Villamor, Assistant Professor of Managing People in Organizations, IESE Business School Companies across the globe are seeking the right post-pandemic blend of in-office and remote work. But for women, finding the right balance is particularly tricky, because […]Commission and India sign agreement on semiconductors
November 24, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the co-chairs of the EU-India Trade and Technology Council (TTC), Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis and Vice-President Věra Jourová, held a stock-taking call with their Indian counterparts – Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister for Railways, Communications, Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw […]Is this a new dawn that will transform the impact of ESG?
November 24, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Dr. Carsten Linz, CEO and Founder, Bluegain, Cordula Prof. Dr. Meckenstock, Chief People, Culture & ESG Officer, BayWa Environment social and governance (ESG) are key drivers of stakeholder and shareholder value. Yet, often CEOs, Chief Sustainability Officers and […]Commission calls on Member States to step up Schengen cooperation
November 24, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission is adopting a Recommendation for increased cooperation between Member States in the Schengen area. It is accompanied by a report on the consultations carried out by the Schengen Coordinator with Member States in relation to long-lasting internal border controls. A formal […]Commission shares good practices to further enhance cooperation on EU asylum procedures among Member States
November 23, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission is presenting today a set of good practices to ensure the effectiveness of the Dublin III Regulation, which had been announced by President von der Leyen earlier in June as part of the implementation of the Dublin Roadmap. In her letter to […]Biochar is carbon removal’s jack of all trades. Here’s why
November 23, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Dr. Berta Moya, Carbon Removal Sourcing and Methodology Development, Carbonfuture Biochar Carbon Removal is a way to sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere with wide-ranging co-benefits.For example, Biochar’s use as a soil amendment can improve food security and […]What is urban mining – and why do we need to do more of it?
November 23, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Charlotte Edmond, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda The vast majority of us own a smartphone – and inside each one are metals and minerals that could help the environment.This is an example of urban mining -.the practice of extracting […]No majority in Parliament for legislation to curb use of pesticides
November 23, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Parliament today has effectively rejected a Commission proposal on sustainable use of plant protection products. Following a debate on Tuesday 21 November, 299 MEPs voted on Wednesday to reject the Commission’s proposal as amended by MEPs in plenary, with 207 supporting the proposal and […]The Vital Role of Healthcare in Tackling Domestic Violence
November 23, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Alexandre Borges Filho is a Brazilian 24-year-old medical student. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on the topic, […]MEPs adopt EU budget 2024: focus on research, youth and external challenges
November 22, 2023 by 2 Comments
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. With next year’s EU budget, MEPs secured better and more effective support to address global challenges and support young people and research.In a deal with member states reached on Saturday, 11 November, Parliament obtained an additional €666.5 million for its priorities on top of […]Commission fines Rabobank €26.6 million over Euro-denominated bonds trading cartel
November 22, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has fined Rabobank €26.6 million for participating in a cartel concerning the trading of certain Euro-denominated bonds, together with Deutsche Bank. Deutsche Bank was not fined as it revealed the cartel to the Commission under the leniency programme. The infringement The […]Status of the artist: better working conditions for artists and cultural workers
November 22, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Tuesday, MEPs adopted their proposals for EU measures to improve living and working conditions for professionals working in the art, cultural and creative sectors.In the legislative initiative, adopted by 433 votes in favour to 100 against and 99 abstentions, MEPs stress that the […]Kenya’s President: EU and Africa must address climate change and migration
November 22, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. n his address to MEPs on Tuesday, Kenya’s President William Ruto called forstronger international cooperation to fight climate change, combat poverty and tackle conflicts. During a formal sitting in Strasbourg, President Ruto demanded new forms of cooperation between the EU and Africa based on […]How airports can land financing to push aviation decarbonization
November 21, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Rana Nawas, Partner, Transportation & Services Practice, India, Middle East & Africa, Oliver Wyman (Marsh McLennan), Katia Riva, Chief Sustainability and Innovation Officer, Mundys Airports may not be the biggest emitter of greenhouse gases but they are in […]COP28: MEPs want to end all subsidies for fossil fuel globally by 2025
November 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. COP28 is a key moment to boost collective ambition on climate action and support Need to increase international climate financing Triple renewable energy and double energy efficiency by 2030, restore biodiversity Parliament adopted its demands for the UN Climate Change Conference COP28, which will […]Will the United States run solely on renewable energy in ten years?
November 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ashley Winchester, Writer, Neste The United States is shifting away from fossil energy to renewable energy and other sustainable energy sources, as it works towards energy independence.There is growing political and cultural support for the renewable energy transition […]Antitrust: Commission carries out unannounced inspections in the online food delivery sector
November 21, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission is carrying out unannounced inspections at the premises of companies active in the online ordering and delivery of food, groceries and other consumer goods in two Member States. The Commission has concerns that the companies concerned may have violated EU antitrust […]Commission sends Adobe Statement of Objections over proposed acquisition of Figma
November 21, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has informed Adobe of its preliminary view that its proposed acquisition of Figma may reduce competition in the global markets for the supply of interactive product design software and of other creative design software. Adobe is a global software company offering, […]Global economic growth to slow in 2024, and other economics news to read this week
November 20, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Rebecca Geldard, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda 1. Global economic growth will slow in 2024, say banks Global economic growth will slow even more in 2024 due to high interest rates, increased energy prices and a slowdown in the […]Speaking Gen Z: How banks can attract young customers
November 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Bob Wigley, Chair, UK Finance, Rupal Kantaria, Forum Member, Oliver Wyman Gen Z attitudes toward money and finances are sometimes aligned with and sometimes starkly different from those of older generations.Research suggests that Gen Z trusts traditional banks […]TV still main source for news but social media is gaining ground
November 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Television dominates as primary news source for citizens (71%), followed at a distance by online press and news platforms (42%). Radio and social media platforms share the third position with 37% each. Citizens see online news platforms and social media channels, including influencers, increasingly […]EU Commission to spend €186 million promoting agri-food products in and outside EU in 2024
November 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission will allocate €185.9 million in 2024 to fund promotion activities for sustainable and high-quality EU agri-food products at home and abroad. The 2024 promotion policy work programme adopted by the Commission aims to develop new market opportunities, while taking into account […]EU and Angola sign first-ever Sustainable Investment Facilitation Agreement
November 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The EU and Angola signed today a Sustainable Investment Facilitation Agreement (SIFA), the first EU agreement of its kind, during the EU-Angola Business Forum in Luanda. It responds to Angola’s ambition to diversify its economy beyond the oil and gas sectors, which historically attracted […]Invisible Warfare: The Secret Link between Conflicts and Climate Change
November 20, 2023 by 3 Comments
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Zain Edeen Zyadah, a 19-year-old Palestinian medical student and PRET Facilitator. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on […]6 projects helping to tackle food insecurity
November 17, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Victoria Masterson, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Food prices are still rising around the world and contributing to food insecurity, the World Bank says.Solutions to combat food insecurity include systems that improve soil health and can turn deserts into […]How China is leveraging patient groups to develop patient registries and survey research for rare diseases
November 17, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Michael Jin, Sr. Patient Advocacy Manager, Takeda (China) Holdings Co. Ltd, Rita Jin, Associate Patient Advocacy Manager, Takeda (China) Holdings Co. Ltd, Air Zheng, Head, Public Affairs, Takeda (China) Holdings Co. Ltd, Jamie Min Zhang, Vice-President, Takeda (China) […]Pollution from ships: stricter measures to stop illegal discharges
November 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Ships in EU seas should face dissuasive fines not only for oil spills, but also for sewage and garbage discharge, Transport and Tourism Committee MEPs say. On Thursday, Transport and Tourism Committee voted to update EU rules on preventing pollution from ships in European […]Commission welcomes political agreement on protecting the environment through criminal law
November 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission welcomes the provisional agreement reached today between the European Parliament and the Council on the protection of the environment through criminal law. As proposed by the Commission in December 2021, the new directive will improve the effectiveness of criminal law enforcement […]Commission opens access to EU supercomputers to speed up artificial intelligence development
November 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today the Commission and the European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU) committed to open and widen access to the EU’s world-class supercomputing resources for European artificial intelligence (AI) start-ups, SMEs and the broader AI community as part of the EU AI Start-Up Initiative. To […]
