Commission evaluates unfair trading practices rules to strengthen farmers’ position in the agri-food chain

mennessä CrNet Oy | joulu 3, 2025 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development, Yleinen

The European Commission published a report summarising the main findings of the evaluation of the Directive on unfair trading practices (UTPs) in the agricultural and food supply chain. The report confirms that the existing rules contribute to a more equitable and...

HIV and AIDS: Despite funding setbacks, prevention sees progress

mennessä CrNet Oy | joulu 3, 2025 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development, Yleinen

In India, the number of people living with HIV is estimated at around 2.6 million. © UNAIDS India In India, the number of people living with HIV is estimated at around 2.6 million. Pooja Mishra’s health kept worsening until she began treatment for HIV at age 19, two...

Commission boosts energy interconnectivity across Europe and beyond by supporting 235 cross-border projects

mennessä CrNet Oy | joulu 2, 2025 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development, Yleinen

Today, the Commission has granted 235 cross-border energy projects the status of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) – the second such list since its launch in 2023. The selected projects will be eligible to apply for EU financing...

Australians are Drinking Plastic Particles in Their Tea, UQ Research Finds

mennessä CrNet Oy | joulu 2, 2025 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development, Yleinen

Researchers have called for consumer warnings on plastic kettles after finding nano and microplastic particles leach into the liquid. Researchers have called for consumer warnings on plastic kettles after finding nano and microplastic particles leach into the liquid....

European Space Agency boosts budget to catch up in space race

mennessä CrNet Oy | joulu 1, 2025 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development, Yleinen

The European Space Agency said Thursday it would increase its budget for the next three years to almost 22.1 billion euros ($25.6 billion). Ahead of an agency conference in the German city of Bremen, ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher had expressed concern that...