Global plastics pact stalls, petroleum producers reject plastic reduction
When no agreement could be reached, the committee chair struck the gavel to adjourn the session, announcing that…
EU seeks ambitious agreement to tackle plastic pollution
The European Commission is participating in crucial negotiations on the Global Plastics Treaty (INC-5.2) in Geneva, Switzerland, with the…
Commission in late-night haggling over €1.717 trillion EU budget plan – POLITICO
The sum was confirmed by four EU officials and diplomats but, showing how sensitive the final figure remains,…
EU announces punishing sanctions targeting Russian energy and banks – POLITICO
“We will have a presentation and first exchange of views among EU ambassadors (Coreper) still tonight,” said Ignacy…
EU takes aim at US planes, autos in €100B counterstrike against Trump tariffs – POLITICO
“If we don’t get down from 10 percent, there’s no negotiation, no deal,” they added. The lineup is…
UK suspends some tariffs to help firms cope with Trump’s trade war – POLITICO
The British government claims the initiative will save U.K. businesses £17 million, which could be passed on to…
EU slaps tariffs on US trucks, cigarettes and ice cream to target Trump’s red states – POLITICO
Finally, women’s negligées from Ohio and Kentucky, a fan favorite from the Commission’s first proposal, made the final…
Italy, Spain back France’s plan to rescue EU chemicals industry – POLITICO
The Czech Republic, Hungary, the Netherlands, Romania and Slovakia have also backed the latest chemicals proposal. Germany, the…
Tackling microplastic pollution with a cross-society approach
Our reliance on plastic products, coupled with their longevity in the environment, where they break down into smaller…
Plating on Plastics (POP) Strategic Business Report 2025:
Dublin, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Plating on Plastics (POP) – Global Strategic Business Report” has…
Tigertail Beach Cleanup Braved Cool Weather | Environment
Linda Colombo and Harriette Tax, Friends of Tigertail board members. Photos by Allie Delventhal Early morning temperatures were…
Trump’s in. Here’s what it means for Europe. – POLITICO
In a way, this may be a blessing in disguise for the EU, forcing European governments to work…