The Construction Products Regulation (Regulation (EU) No 305/2011, CPR) has applied fully since 1 July 2013. Its objective is to achieve the proper functioning of the internal market for construction products (such as waterproofing sheets, thermal insulation foams, chimneys and wood-based panels for permanent incorporation in construction works), by means [...]

Brussels, March 12th, 2024   To: the Executive Vice-President of the European Commission and Commissioner for Trade, Mr Valdis Dombrovskis Cc: DG TRADE Officers responsible for Japan, Delegation of the European Union to Japan, Permanent Representations Trade Attachés   EOS and CEI-Bois Statement: Possible Japanese Imports Ban on Russian Wood [...]

EOS is one of the signatories of the "The Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal" On 20th February, companies and organisations express their full support for a European Industrial Deal to complement the Green Deal and keep high quality jobs for European workers in Europe. As very clearly stated [...]

Source: EU Parliament Press Releases EU countries must restore at least 30% of habitats in poor condition by 2030, 60% by 2040, and 90% by 2050 Provisions for agricultural ecosystems can be temporarily suspended under exceptional circumstances Over 80% of European habitats are in poor shape The new law sets [...]

On 20 February, Council and European Parliament negotiators reached a provisional political agreement on a regulation to establish the first EU-level certification framework for carbon removals. The voluntary framework is intended to facilitate and speed up the deployment of high-quality carbon removal and soil emission reduction activities in the EU. [...]

In December 2023, compared with November 2023, seasonally adjusted production in construction increased by 0.8% in the euro area and by 1.3% in the EU, according to first estimates from Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. In November 2023, production in construction fell by 0.4% in the euro [...]

The report underscores the pivotal role of investment in the economy while meticulously detailing the constraints that impede investment at the national and EU level. This year’s report takes a particular look at the role of commercial power purchase agreements in renewable energy projects, climate resilience investments in transport systems, [...]

Treating up- and reskilling activities as a top priority is paramount for the EU. By addressing technological advancements, driving economic growth, achieving sustainability goals, mitigating social disparities, and anticipating future challenges, the EU can position itself as a global leader in the 21st century. It is through these strategic investments [...]

The update of the EU Industrial Strategy highlights the need to accelerate the green and digital transitions. In this context, a co-creation process was launched to create a Transition Pathway for Construction (published on 15 March 2023) and describe the conditions and recommended actions to achieve a resilient, competitive, more [...]

On 6.02. the Commission  published a detailed impact assessment on possible pathways to reach the agreed goal of making the European Union climate neutral by 2050. Based on this impact assessment, the Commission recommends a 90% net greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2040 compared to 1990 levels, launching a discussion [...]