New debate series by EEA: How does COVID-19 impact the environment and climate?

Published on September 9, 2020

The European Environment Agency together with the network of the heads of Environmental Protection Agencies (EPA Network) today launch the first in a series of online high-level panel debates focusing on the impacts of COVID-19 and the challenges the pandemic poses in meeting long-term climate and environment goals.

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Commissioner Kadri Simson warns green recovery plans will only succeed with cities and regions fully on board

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Statement by Commissioner Janez Lenarčič on the International Day to Protect Education from Attack

September 9, 2020
Janez Lenarčič, Commissioner for Crisis Management, has issued the following statement:“On the occasion of the first International Day to Protect Education from Attack, the EU reaffirms the right to quality education for all and the importance of ensuring safe learning environments in humanitarian emergencies and protracted crises.