Researchers from the University of Latvia and Riga Technical University have developed a device that, due to its small size and ease of use, will be convenient to use in doctors' offices for early diagnosis of skin melanoma and other types of cancer (basal cell cancer, squamous cell cancer), postoperative scar monitoring and timely recognition of tumour relapse.
Sofia, Bulgaria — The local Just Transition Fund subcommittees and the Program Development of the Regions 2021-2027 Monitoring Committee convened in a series of important meetings on May 13 and 14, 2024. The meetings underscored the ongoing commitment to sustainable regional development and successful use of EU funds.
The transition to a greener, more efficient economy presents both opportunities and challenges. While it promises a future free from greenhouse gasses, biodiversity loss, and pollution, it also necessitates a shift in our workforce.
The 9th annual forum of the EU Strategy for the Adriatic-Ionian Region (EUSAIR) is taking place today in Šibenik, Croatia. The annual forum provides policymakers and stakeholders with an opportunity to reflect on how Cohesion Policy funds are benefiting Europe’s Adriatic-Ionian regions, and how the regions can address common challenges together through shared, long-term objectives.
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Bulgaria has officially launched its communication campaign to communicate 2014 – 2020 Cohesion policy achievements on Europe`s day. EUR 17 billion have been invested in over 50,000 projects, cities were transformed, and thousands of people lives changed for the better.
On May 10, 2024, Bulgaria celebrated a significant step towards green mobility with the inauguration of its first hydrogen charging station. Led by the Competence Center "HITMOBIL," this new facility could revolutionise the country's green transportation landscape.
To further reinforce and strengthen sustainable urban development in EU cities, the Commission today is launching a third call for proposals worth €90 million under the European Urban Initiative (EUI). Projects selected under this call will test innovative solutions in cities to help them to deliver on the green and digital transitions.
The European Commission is co-financing 3 projects aimed at promoting sustainable urban infrastructure and improving the energy efficiency of public buildings to the tune of EUR 7.3 million under the Public Sector Loan Facility (PSLF) of the Just Transition Mechanism (JTM). The three projects were submitted under the 5th cut-off date of PSLF, which is a blending facility that combines loans from the European Investment Bank (EIB) with grants from the European Commission to support a fair and just transition towards climate neutrality across the European Union.
Thanks to the “Port Activity App”, the Baltic ports of Rauma (Finland) and Gävle (Sweden) implement efficient port calls using real-time information.