EU electricity grids
Stretching over a million kilometres, the EU electricity infrastructure is the most extensive and integrated grid in the world, and is a critical element of Europe’s energy system.
Briefings
Trafficking in children
Besides being trafficked for the same purposes as adults, children are trafficked for child-specific purposes, such as illegal adoption.
A coordinated EU approach to housing
Housing systems vary greatly among EU countries – in terms of their purpose, ownership and tenure, types of providers, categories of beneficiaries, funding and subsidised rent arrangements. All across the EU, however, housing affordability has become a significant problem, further exacerbated by the pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis.
Addressing menstrual poverty in the EU
Approximately half of the European Union (EU) population menstruates at some point in their lives, experiencing around 450 menstrual cycles. Each month, individuals rely on menstrual hygiene products to manage their periods.
United States Congress: Facts and Figures
The Congress is the legislative branch of the United States (US) system of government.
The rights of LGBTI people in the European Union
In some parts of the world, negative perceptions of LGBTI people (see glossary) are reflected in harsh laws.
The rights of LGBTI people in the European Union
In some parts of the world, negative perceptions of LGBTI people (see glossary) are reflected in harsh laws.
Energy dimension of the Clean Industrial Deal
In her political guidelines (2024-2029), European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the launch of the Clean Industrial Deal (CID) within the first 100 days of the new mandate.
Robert Schuman
Robert Schuman (1886-1963) – a political figure emblematic not just of France but also and above all of Europe – was actively involved in founding what is now the European Union.
Critical medicines act [EU Legislation in Progress]
The general objective of the proposed regulation, which complements the ongoing revision of the EU pharmaceutical legislation, is to strengthen the security of supply and the availability of critical medicines within the EU, thereby ensuring a high level of public health protection.