In 2022, 3.6 million people worked in different fields in forestry and wood-based industry in the EU, a 1.4% increase compared to 2012. In comparison, total employment in all areas in the EU increased by 8.4% between 2012 and 2022. In terms of employment status, 3.2 million people were employed in activities related [...]

In the framework of the recently adopted “Building the future with nature: Boosting Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing in the EU”, EOS & CEI-Bois published a flyer on “Biomanufacturing, the circular bioeconomy and the European woodworking and sawmill industries”. With this flyer, we want to communicate the role and commitment of our [...]

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 [...]