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EU's plan to gain independence from Russian energy faltering, auditors warn

A damning report from the European Court of Auditors identifies insufficient grid infrastructure and interconnectors across EU countries as major barriers to unlocking a fully integrated energy market.

Euronews

Philadelphia installed white roofs on about 340 low-income seniors’ homes from 2001–2003; ceiling temperatures fell 4–5°F, and air-conditioning electricity use fell by 560 kWh per year

In Philadelphia, the initiative to paint roofs white resulted in a remarkable decrease in home temperatures and energy consumption. This cost-effective strategy lowered ceiling temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit, significantly reducing annual air conditioning power usage for low-income seniors. Cool roofs serve as a simple yet effective solution to reflect…

The Economic Times

Organised crime driving illicit cigarette factory boom ‘in almost every EU state’

Bloc losing €13bn in revenue with one in 10 cigarettes illegal, watchdog reports

The Guardian - UK

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EU’s ability to defend against invasion remains in doubt, finds official report

Fragmented infrastructure and reliance on US continue to hinder ‘defence readiness’, says European court of auditors

The Guardian - UK

Millions of flat-dwelling Australians are missing out on rooftop solar. Can new incentives bridge the installation gap?

Apartment living can be a barrier to solar and battery adoption. Here’s how to navigate the hurdles and practicalities

The Guardian - AU

DU UG admissions 2026-27: Tentative schedule, venues of physical trials for ECA quota announced

Delhi University's undergraduate admissions will feature ECA trials beginning July sixteenth. Detailed schedules for individual candidates will be published by July fourteenth. Candidates outside Delhi should book travel and plan accommodation near venues. Trials for dance, debate, and music commence on July sixteenth. The academic session is scheduled to start…

The Economic Times

EU still can't prove €43 billion in home renovation funds actually saved energy

The EU accelerated home renovations after the pandemic, but according to its own auditors, it still lacks convincing evidence that the program delivered the energy savings and value for taxpayers that justified its massive investment.

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DU likely to begin ECA admission trials from July 15, issues guidelines for candidates

Delhi University is set to commence physical trials for admissions under the Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) quota from July 15. Candidates must check the university's admission portal for the schedule and report to their allotted centers with original certificates and CUET scorecards. No borrowing of equipment is permitted, and trials will…

The Economic Times

EU auditors flag weak oversight of €527 million Balkans transport fund

The European Commission lacked effective tools to monitor progress and relied on international lenders to oversee progress made in the transport sector in the Balkans, leading to the release of funds beyond the level of work completed, according to EU auditors.

Euronews

The hidden role of export credit in the energy transition

For most policymakers, export credit agencies (ECAs) are financial tools that boost national companies’ business endeavours abroad. But a recent research project conducted by Philipp Censkowsky, Paul Waidelich, Igor Shishlov, and Bjarne Steffen reveals the profound impact they have on the energy transition. Our study analysed 921 energy-finance deals backed…

The Conversation

EU auditors question new fund backed by EU carbon border tax for polluting industries

EU auditors argue the Temporary Decarbonisation Fund, designed to channel revenues from the EU's carbon border tax to help heavy industries cope with the energy transition, may do little to drive new green investment.

Euronews

Luke Lamperti and Kate Courtney plan debuts at The Growler road race in April - North American Roundup

Applications open through April 3 for EuroCrossAcademy summer camps; Mexico's César Macías earns silver medal at Pan American Road Championships

Cycling News

EU fails to deliver on promise of local energy communities, ECA auditors warn

People living in so-called energy communities are usually enthusiastic about producing their own renewable energy, but certain complaints and frustrations keep coming up, the latest EU auditors' audit reveals. Resistance from energy generators is also blocking progress.

Euronews

The truth behind Real Madrid’s climbdown over doomed Super League

The Real Madrid president has backed down over the Super League, joining up with the European Football Clubs [EFC] once more

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Euronews

Proposed EU long-term agriculture budget has monitoring flaws, Court of Auditors warns

The European Court of Auditors said on Monday that the upcoming long-term EU agriculture budget raises concerns about the traceability of funds.

Euronews

EU's climate goals at risk without China's critical raw materials, EU auditors warn

Despite the EU's ongoing efforts to diversify supply chains, Chinese materials are crucial for the bloc's climate transition. China accounts for 60% of global production of critical raw materials and 90% of refining capacity.

The Guardian - UK

Damning EU report lays bare bloc’s ‘dangerous dependence’ on critical mineral imports

Auditor calls renewable energy targets ‘unrealistic’ unless ‘EU ups its game’ in mining, refining and recycling of metals such as rare earths

Euronews

Key EU transport network projects set to miss 2030 targets, EU auditors say

A new report reveals the bloc's plan to build and upgrade major roads, railways, ports, and airports is well behind on its 2030 targets, undermining trade opportunities and the decarbonisation of European transport.

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Crashes, mistakes, heartbreak - US juniors discover humble cyclo-cross rewards on slippery slopes during final Belgian block of EuroCrossAcademy

'Cyclo-cross is a mirror. It reflects strengths and weaknesses' admits Graden Daume as she and Matthew Crabbe complete European swing with Zonhoven top 20s

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'Sandy downhills were absolutely terrifying' - US EuroCrossAcademy riders Hadley Molnar and Jacob Hines conquer doubts and mistakes at Hofstade and Zolder

Second group of US juniors, this time 17-18 year olds, embark on Kerstperiode racing and training in Belgium for life lessons and cyclo-cross skills

Euronews

Europe 2026 salary projections: Countries with the strongest pay rises

Real wage growth is projected to be slightly higher in 2026 than in 2025 in Europe, but which regions will outperform?

Euronews

EU energy ministers back new fund for cross-border infrastructure projects from 2028

The Connecting Europe Facility is part of the European Union's multi-annual budget for 2028-2034, which foresees nearly four times as much money as the previous budget. It is intended to increase cross-border investment in electric grids, pipelines and renewable energy projects.

Euronews

EU auditors say impact of LIFE environmental funds 'unclear' in absence of close monitoring

EU auditors found that the environmental funds under the LIFE programme are difficult to assess, according to their latest audit. They also urged the European Commission to increase oversight as 123 new projects were recently awarded €358 million in LIFE funding.

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'I was missing the mental side' - US teens tackle technical challenges on Sven Hill and sand pits with EuroCrossAcademy and it pays off

Ava White and Emmett Davis recount training techniques learned in Belgium's Lichtaart forest

Euronews

Only nine countries doing well on municipal waste recycling, EU auditors say

The European Court of Auditors says a frail recycling industry, poor funding management and insufficient funds are all major obstacles.

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