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Humanitarian crises and disasters: the world has become a riskier place over the past decade
Conflict, political instability and violence have contributed to increased risk. Unchecked climate change will exacerbate the risk of humanitarian crises.
Climate-related financial risks are a major challenge
JRC supports European Environment Agency mapping climate risks the EU must prepare for - financial risks are a particular concern.
Female employment improves in numbers and quality in this century
In the 21st century, most newly created jobs were for women, who also benefited more from occupational upgrading. Despite progress, gender gaps in employment and job quality persist.
A high-resolution energy consumption atlas to shape future EU energy infrastructures
Zooming in on areas as small as 1x1 km, a new atlas provides data on energy demand and looks into energy scenarios until 2050.
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When policymakers create laws that affect millions of Europeans, how can they be confident that these laws will help people live better and safely? What source of information can they rely on? Who can they trust?
Scientists of the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) carry out research in various fields to provide independent advice to EU policymakers and put science at the heart of European policies.
We are working every day to make European policies grounded in science.