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Cities consume over 65% of the world’s energy and account for more than 70% of global CO2 emissions. The EU is on a mission to make 100 climate-neutral and smart cities by 2030 and inspire all other cities to follow suit by 2050.
Soil is a precious resource, but between 60-70% of EU soils are unhealthy. By giving research & innovation a new focus, the EU is on a mission to establish 100 living labs and lighthouses to lead the transition towards healthy soils by 2030.
Human-made changes are putting our ocean and waters at a serious risk, leading to pollution, biodiversity loss and extreme weather. But it’s not too late, we can still win the race. With the support of research and innovation, the EU is on a mission to protect and restore our ocean and waters by 2030!
Cancer affects everyone, regardless of age, gender, or social background, with 2.7 million individuals diagnosed in the European Union each year. By giving research & innovation a new focus, the EU is on a mission to enhance the lives of over 3 million people by 2030.
Alicia Asín, computer engineer and CEO of Spanish IT company Libelium, explains how the Internet of Things (IoT) can change our world, from solving parking problems in smart cities to helping farmers reduce their use of fertilisers and pesticides.