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RSS![Low-carbon energy construction will generate limited materials-associated emissions but can result in a high demand for key materials](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-06/NA1476_shutterstock_1427052398.jpg?itok=4kiOggy3)
Issue 601: Essential expansion of low-carbon energy infrastructure will have resource and emissions implications. Researchers note that while materials-associated emissions will not threaten budgets, meeting the demand for key materials may be hard.
![Modelling waterborne viruses in a recreational lake could provide useful information on risk](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-06/NA1478_shutterstock_161508992_0.jpg?itok=BG1-1DWC)
Issue 601: Assessing the health risk of virus-contaminated water should take account of virus inactivation due to environmental stressors, a new study shows.
![Buildings, houses, vehicles, trees and wind generators on green and yellow circle.](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-03/air.jpg?itok=Y7EJCJUQ)
The European Air Quality Index App, first launched in 2021, provides instant access to up-to-date air quality monitoring data from monitoring stations located in European cities and towns and includes air quality forecasts and health recommendations.
![Eurasian lynx in the snow.](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-05/Lynx.jpeg?itok=_yLV_0KA)
Re-wilding forests with Eurasian lynx, boosting farming with hi-tech bio-stimulants and helping one of Europe’s biggest cities adapt to climate change are among the winning projects announced yesterday at the EU’s annual LIFE Awards.
![Wolf walking in the snow.](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-05/Vuk%20%28Canis%20lupus%29-9713Marko%20Matesic.jpg?itok=VWlldeVu)
Following the EP Resolution of 24/11/2022 on the protection of livestock farming and large carnivores in Europe, the Commission is currently carrying out an in-depth analysis of all available scientific and technical data concerning the wolf situation in the EU. Results are expected end 2023.
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EU Green Week 2023 is taking place from 3 to 11 June under the theme: Delivering a net-zero world.
![Plastic litter floating in water.](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-05/Global%20actions%20for%20plastics%20%281%29.jpg?itok=orW3piy-)
On Monday, the second high-level round of negotiations on the way to achieving a global treaty against plastic pollution starts in Paris. Commissioner Sinkevičius will represent the Commission at the high-level meeting organised by the United Nations.
Several European cities are vying for the European Green Capital and European Green Leaf Awards, demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and a healthier environment for their residents.
If you want to help shape EU plans for a more sustainable built environment, it is time to have your say by responding to a public consultation which supports the development of a new Commission roadmap for reducing whole life carbon in the building sector. Consultation period: 24 May–19 July 2023.
![Baltic Sea shipping should avoid copper in antifouling paints and open-loop scrubbers to mitigate pollution](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-05/NA1461_shutterstock_1421419031.jpg?itok=-l35JKZx)
Issue 600: The semi-enclosed Baltic Sea suffers high levels of pollution. A new study highlights that mitigation must look to address hull coatings and devices that wash hazardous substances from ship exhausts into the water.