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Euractiv.cz | Commission proposes stricter rules for car recycling. They should contain at least 25% recycled plastics
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10. 12. 2024
10. 12. 2024The European Union plans to significantly increase recycling in the automotive industry through a new End-of-Life Vehicle Regulation. Although the Czech Republic supports the circular economy in general, representatives of the automotive industry and the Ministry of Industry and Trade warn of potential negative impacts. Analyst of EUROPEUM Institute Filip Křenek commented for Euractiv.cz.
Circularity and lifecycle management of batteries and structural materials in the automotive industry as an opportunity for Czechia*
More info 30. 11. 2024
30. 11. 2024After three successful projects focusing on the decarbonization of the Czech automotive industry, the Green Europe team of EUROPEUM in collaboration with the Institute of Circular Economy (INCIEN) is broadening its focus and taking a more circular approach. This project will focus on better lifecycle and end-of-life management of materials used in vehicles and batteries. The collaboration will be split into two research areas.
20 years in the EU: What has membership given and taken away from Czechia?
More info 30. 11. 2024
30. 11. 2024Come and discuss at the next in the series of regional debates, this time in Česká Třebová. Take part in this opportunity to share your views on the Green Deal, the Migration Pact or what you think about the impact of EU membership on your city and discuss all the pros and challenges with our guests.
Hospodářské noviny | The new European Commission settles, where does it want to take the EU?
More info 28. 11. 2024
28. 11. 2024The new European Commission relies on a parliamentary majority that is much further to the right than before. This was shown by Wednesday's vote in which the European Parliament approved the composition of the new Commission. Also, members of the commission are dominated by members of right-wing political parties. Filip Křenek, an analyst at EUROPEUM Institute, commented for Hospodářské noviny on where the EU Commission wants to go.
Teraz.sk | Šefčovič will strongly influence the economic direction of the EU
More info 27. 11. 2024
27. 11. 2024The trade and economic security portfolio is one of the most influential in the European Commission - and it is this portfolio that Slovak Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič will be in charge of. In an interview with TASR, Filip Křenek, an analyst at EUROPEUM Institute, explained how he can influence the economic direction of the EU.
Policy Paper | Trade, money, power: A recipe for a green and competitive Europe?
More info 11. 11. 2024
11. 11. 2024As Europe stands at a crossroads, it must navigate a complex landscape where economic competitiveness, energy security, and climate goals intersect. Historically a champion of open trade, the EU now faces mounting pressures from high energy costs, raw material dependencies, and competition in clean technologies. These challenges are compounded by the need to boost resilience amid rising geopolitical tensions and declining public support for climate policies. In this Policy paper EUROPEUM Institute analyst Filip Křenek explores how the EU can leverage trade policy, capital and energy markets to safeguard its global standing and foster a greener, more competitive future. Central European countries, like Czechia, play a crucial role in this effort, advocating for open markets while grappling with economic and energy dependencies and vulnerabilities.
Euractiv.cz | Síkela's grilling wasn't easy, the International partnership has a number of conflicting challenges
More info 7. 11. 2024
7. 11. 2024Confident on economic issues, more hesitant on "softer" ones. Jozef Síkela passed the hearing in the European Parliament, and successfully. They grilled him on a range of topics, from the situation in Africa to ensuring transparency in the use of European funds in development projects. Filip Křenek, project coordinator and analyst at EUROPEUM Institute commented for Euractiv.cz.
Ekonomický deník | European carmakers won't get support for postponing emissions targets from Transport Commissioner-designate Tzitzikostas
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6. 11. 2024Monday's „grilling“ by MEPs of Apostolos Tzitzikostas, Greece's candidate for European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, showed that the European car industry will not get support from him to postpone the emission targets for next year. Tzitzikostas also wants to maintain the line of banning the sale of internal combustion engine vehicles from 2035. Filip Křenek, project coordinator and analyst at EUROPEUM Institute, commented for Ekonomický deník.
Policy Paper | Circularity and life cycle of batteries and construction materials in the automotive industry as an opportunity for the Czech Republic
More info 31. 10. 2024
31. 10. 2024Based on research reports in the field of batteries and construction materials, this policy paper summarises strategic steps and recommendations to support the development of the Czech battery industry and to strengthen the use of low-emission materials and circular strategies in the automotive industry. The policy paper by EUROPEUM Institute for European Policy in cooperation with the Institute for Circular Economy (INCIEN) and accompanying studies are a major contribution to the debate on the transformation of the automotive industry, which today faces challenges related to decarbonisation and increasing competition, especially from China.
Ekonomický deník | The price of batteries for electric cars is still three times higher in Europe than in China
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30. 10. 2024Electric vehicle battery prices are being dragged down by the falling value of key metals such as lithium and cobalt, but also by cheap Chinese production, which now dominates global markets. At the same time, China dominates the value chain of key materials and is interested in maintaining this dominance, says Filip Křenek, project coordinator and analyst at EUROPEUM Institute, in an interview with Ekonomický deník.
Report | Battery circularity in the automotive industry as an opportunity for the Czech Republic
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29. 10. 2024The report "Battery Circularity in the Automotive Industry as an Opportunity for the Czech Republic" addresses key issues in the development of the battery industry in the Czech Republic, with an emphasis on the circular economy, recycling and reuse of batteries. The study, which was produced in cooperation between EUROPEUM think tank and experts in the field of batteries and electromobility, shows that although the Czech market is still lagging behind in the development of battery production and recycling, its potential is huge - from raw material extraction to component production to battery recycling, which would significantly strengthen the resilience and environmental sustainability of the Czech economy.
Obnovitelně.cz | Circular economy challenges the Czech automotive industry, experts reached an agreement
More info 28. 10. 2024
28. 10. 2024On Thursday 17 October 2024, a conference entitled Circularity in the Czech automotive industry: opportunities and obstacles was held by EUROPEUM Institute for European Policy in cooperation with the Institute for Circular Economy INCIEN. The event was partnered by the Czech Battery Cluster. Filip Křenek, a researcher at EUROPEUM Institute for European Policy, participated in one of the organised panel debates.