The EU’s energy dependence is becoming more complicated over the last months, so the EU has no choice but to look for new means of securing its energy supply. But energy independence shouldn’t come at the cost of the climate. Which is why any decision relating to energy security must be aligned with meeting the…
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Home to over 300 of the world’s main seaports and nearly 30% of the global merchant fleet, maritime transportation plays a big role in the European economy. In particular, the EU controls c.a. 30% of the world merchant fleet. That’s why the EU goes to great lengths to ensure its security. The EU Maritime Security…
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What do semiconductor chips, electric vehicles, solar panels, heat pumps, wind turbines and clean energy technologies have in common? They all depend on having ready access to critical raw materials like lithium. “Raw materials are the essential ingredient to achieving our ambitious climate targets,” says EU Commissioner for the Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton. “Without…
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From funding to market intelligence, EUSPA supports the EU Space industry through the entire innovation cycle. Fundamental Elements has been a key tool in the uptake of the European GNSS Galileo. Fundamental Elements is an R&D funding mechanism designed to support the development of innovative chipset, antenna and receiver technologies. In doing so, the programme…
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11 doctoral training positions available across Europe on data governance in agriculture. Our PhD in Ireland “DR09: Fair data exploitation principles and framework” is open to non-irish applicants but the other 10 are available for students for Ireland. The pay is exceptional for a PhD scholarship- ~€50K (exact salary depends on country and candidate) Doctoral…
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Yes, although you might not realise it, you use satellite navigation almost daily. Positioning data is a part of everyday life. Knowing when your parcel will be delivered, picking the fastest route to your meeting or simply withdrawing cash from an ATM. All these actions are facilitated either by Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) like…
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Increasing global instability means the EU must take increasing responsibility over its own safety and security – and EU Space can help. “By enabling unique solutions for protecting mobility, logistics, maritime and critical infrastructure assets, the data, information and services provided by the EU Space Programme play a key role in enhancing Europe’s defence and…
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When disaster strikes, governmental actors need ready-access to secure, robust and rapidly deployable satellite communications (SatCom) – which is exactly what GOVSATCOM provides. “Whether it be due to a compromised terrestrial network, a lack of secure service coverage, or the need to support humanitarian missions in hostile territories, GOVSATCOM will provide authorised governmental users with…
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