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Alternative dispute resolution The European Commission´s proposal on alternative dispute resolution (ADR), published on 29/11/2011, aims to create a framework for ADR in the member states regarding contracts on goods and services between consumers and traders. With this proposal, the Commission intends to strengthen the legal protection of consumers and their confidence in the functioning of the internal market in order to generate more economic growth. The proposal focuses on the creation of a sufficient number of alternative dispute resolution bodies in all member states, of better information of the consumer and the trader and the quality of ADR. The proposal of regulation for alternative dispute resolution you find hier.
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Energy and Environment
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In December 2011, the European Commission adopted the “Energy Roadmap 2050". There, the EU is committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 80-95% below 1990 levels by 2050 in the context of necessary reductions by developed countries as a group. In the Energy Roadmap 2050 the Commission explores the challenges posed by delivering the EU's decarbonisation objective while at the same time ensuring security of energy supply and competitiveness. The Energy Roadmap 2050 is the basis for developing a long-term European framework together with all stakeholders. The exact wording of the energx road map 2050 you find hier...
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on February 16th the European Commission released a public consultation on financial Support for Energy Efficiency in Buildings. The objective of this consultation is to obtain the views of stakeholders on how the financial support for energy efficiency measures aimed at improving the energy peformance of buildings, both at EU as well as at national/regional/local level, could be improved. Deadline for submissions is May 18th. Consultations you can find hier... .
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Sustainability
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The programme for the Danish presidency was officially presented on January 6th in Copenhagen. The programme draws the following priorities which will be on the agenda during the next six months: • A responsible Europe (Sustainable green growth and job creation) • A dynamic Europe (Extention of the single market) • A green Europe (Promotion of the concept of a green economy and sustainability) • A safe Europe (Effective action to combat and prevent terrorism and crossborder crime) Exact wording of workingprogramme you find hier...
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Support Programs and Call for tenders On January 13th the European Commission unveils plan to boost cultural and creative sectors. The new programme “Creative Europe” will build on the experience and success of the Culture and MEDIA programmes which have supported the cultural and audiovisual sectors for more than 20 years. The proposed €1.8 billion budget for Creative Europe represents a 37% increase on current spending levels. More information you find hier...