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To raise awareness about eliminating plastic bag use worldwide and promote eco-friendly reusable alternatives, we observe International Plastic Bag Free Day every 3 July. On this occasion, take a look at how EU rules are helping to drastically reduce the consumption and use of plastics.
Over 50 energy-related projects in the EU will receive €2.5 billion from an EU fund financed by revenues from the EU Emissions Trading System. The projects focus on renewable electricity generation, the modernisation of energy networks and energy efficiency.
On 1 July 2026, Ireland took over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. It will steer the work of the Council for the next six months. Learn more about its priorities and activities.
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Follow Sven, Elena and Sofia as they embark on an exciting trip across Europe.
Follow Marie on her picnic to discover why food in the EU is both tasty and safe
Discover the EU’s priorities for 2024-2029, promoting a free and democratic Europe, developing a strong and secure Europe, establishing a prosperous and competitive Europe.
Find out how many EU Member States there are, how big the EU economy is, how people live in the EU, and other useful facts about the EU.
Discover what the EU does for citizens, how it protects rights, promotes prosperity and strives to make the world a safer place.
Teaching material, games and much more about the European Union and its activities, for children, teenagers, teachers and parents.