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💧 Water underpins life, yet Europe faces increasing water scarcity and extreme events like droughts and floods due to climate change. A forthcoming EASAC report, due in 2027, will provide science advice to help policymakers safeguard Europe’s water resources and build climate resilience.
📢 Are you a young, independent scholar passionate about delivering impact and committed to research excellence? The Global Young Academy (GYA) is calling for applications for their 2027 Cohort. Apply by 15 September 2026, 18:00 UTC! 👇
@globalyacademy.bsky.social · 3w agoThe GYA 2026 call for new members is now open! Applications are sought from young, independent scholars who combine the highest level of research excellence with a demonstrated passion for delivering impact. More information, and our online application form: globalyoungacademy.net/call-for-new...
🌡️ The Eastern Mediterranean is warming nearly twice as fast as the global average, threatening biodiversity, fisheries, and cultural heritage. A report by the Cyprus Academy of Sciences, with @iapartnership.bsky.social, #EASAC & #NASAC, outlines actions to protect the region’s marine environment. 👇
New Report Identifies Priorities for Climate Adaptation and Policy Action in the Eastern Mediterranean
The Eastern Mediterranean is warming significantly faster than the global average. Its marine environment is increasingly exposed to interacting pressures from rising temperatures, marine heatwaves, s...
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🔥 Record #wildfires in Europe bring #EASAC recommendations for integrated wildfire management and climate action back into focus: @theguardian.com cites our “Changing Wildfires” report, stressing the need for proactive strategies beyond fire suppression and emergency response to tackle root causes 👇
Record wildfires in Europe show failure to adapt carries a mounting cost
Scientists call for better land management alongside reduction in greenhouse gases causing the crisis
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At the EASAC Council Meeting in Nicosia, Cyprus, on 21 May, Heinz Faßmann, President of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, gave a keynote on "Science for Policy Advice in Times of Crisis." Watch the video summary: scadv.eu/lZOgRMT
The new EU Protein Action Plan does not yet treat meat alternatives as a coherent food-system transition agenda. #ProteinActionPlan @tillymetz.bsky.social @thomaswaitz.bsky.social @nielsfuglsang.bsky.social @abiralsahlani.bsky.social Our scientific recommendations ➡️ easac.eu/publications...
Meat Alternatives
“The EU needs to act now if it wants to stay ahead of the protein transition, ensure food security, and meet its climate and biodiversity goals. It should create policies that support innovation in me...
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As parts of Europe are bracing for the next heat wave and travelers are heading south, Bachisio Arca, wildfire specialist of the Italian National Research Council | CNR · Institute of BioEconomy gives advice to tourists on how to behave in case of a #wildfire. youtu.be/Jd9NHPn09Uo?...
Wildfires and Tourism
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“Science-for-policy advice is something like a rendezvous between science and policy,” said Heinz Faßmann, President of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, at the EASAC Council Meeting in Cyprus. “Whether a love story follows depends on circumstances,” he added. #S4P @oeaw.bsky.social
Prof. Heinz Faßmann: Science for policy advice in times of crisis
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⚡“Electrification and energy system integration are the main drivers of climate neutrality, energy security, competitiveness and affordability," said Alessandro Allegra, EASAC Energy Programme Director, at last week’s European Committee of the Regions conference “Energy Transition Goes Local.”
Alessandro Allegra (EASAC Energy Programme Director) at the European Committee of the Regions
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🎉 As we celebrate EASAC’s 25th anniversary, we asked Heinz Faßmann, President of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, about his perspective on what the future holds for this network of European science academies: “The next 25 years for EASAC are open,” he said. @oeaw.bsky.social #EASAC #Sience4Policy
Last week at #EUSEW2026, Paulo Ferrão joined the panel discussion “Resilience & Preparedness in Europe’s Energy Transition” co-hosted by #EERA, #SINTEF and #EASAC. He emphasized the role of energy system Integration in achieving Europe’s climate ambition and #EnergySecurity. 📹 youtu.be/6CYIDCy0KJk
In an interview by @oeaw.bsky.social to mark the 25th anniversary of #EASAC, our President Lise Øvreås shares her perspective on the importance of #Science4Policy advice, and why it matters more than ever to address today’s complex global challenges. 🔗 Read it here: www.oeaw.ac.at/en/news/happ...
Happy birthday, EASAC!
For 25 years, EASAC has been bringing scientific expertise into the decision-making processes of the European Union. We spoke with President Lise Øvreås about how independent scientific advisory works...
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The RIA joins academies across Europe in celebrating the 25th anniversary of the @easac.bsky.social , the network through which Europe’s national science academies provide independent, evidence-based advice to policymakers. Read more on the RIA website: www.ria.ie/2026/06/12/r...
Royal Irish Academy marks 25 years of EASAC and Ireland's contribution to European science advice - Royal Irish Academy
The Royal Irish Academy (RIA) joins academies across Europe in celebrating the 25th anniversary of the European Academies’ Science Advisory Council (EASAC), the network through which Europe’s national...
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This year, @easac.bsky.social celebrates its 25th anniversary. 🎂 The organization was jointly founded by the European science academies on 10 June 2001 at the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm. Congratulations!
EASAC - European Academies Science Advisory Council@easac.bsky.social · 2mo ago🎉 Today, EASAC celebrates 25 years of science for policy advice! Since its founding in 2001, EASAC’s mission has always been to unite Europe’s brightest minds to serve the public good. ”That mission is now more vital than ever,” says Lise Øvreås, President of EASAC. 🔗 easac.eu/news/details...
🎉 Today, EASAC celebrates 25 years of science for policy advice! Since its founding in 2001, EASAC’s mission has always been to unite Europe’s brightest minds to serve the public good. ”That mission is now more vital than ever,” says Lise Øvreås, President of EASAC. 🔗 easac.eu/news/details...
🌱 Prof. Louise E.M. Vet (KNAW) reminds us how precious nature is: “The best thing we can do, and banks and insurance companies agree, is to invest in the combination of #biodiversity and #climate protection.” 👉 Read the #EASAC Commentary: easac.eu/publications... @knaw-nl.bsky.social #ItsScience
Prof. Louise E.M. Vet on the value of nature
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In an interview with @oeaw.bsky.social, Neven Duić @nduic.bsky.social, co-chair of the #EASAC Energy Panel, discusses why Europe must fundamentally redesign its energy system, how this can be achieved and what obstacles stand in the way. #EnergySecurity 🔗 In English: www.oeaw.ac.at/en/news/euro...
Österreichische Akademie der Wissenschaften@oeaw.bsky.social · 2mo agoEin neuer @easac.bsky.social Kommentar zeigt, dass Europa sein Energiesystem grundlegend umbauen muss ⚡ Wie das gelingt und was dabei im Weg steht, erklärt Energieforscher Neven Duić @nduic.bsky.social 👉 www.oeaw.ac.at/news/europa-...
Last week, EASAC held its annual Council Meeting in Nicosia, hosted by the Cyprus Academy of Sciences, Letters and Arts and national partners. Discussions on #Science4Policy in times of crisis, strategy and partnership updates reinforced our mission to provide science advice for a resilient Europe.
Last week, the #EASAC Environment Steering Panel met in Amsterdam to advance its mission to provide science-based advice for EU environmental policy. A key topic of discussion was the upcoming project on water scarcity and retention in Europe. We thank @knaw-nl.bsky.social for hosting the meeting.
Just years after the devastating fire in 2022, flames broke out again in Bohemian Switzerland (CZ) – this May. A warning sign: wildfire risk is rising fast. Prevention, resilient landscapes, and better public awareness must become priorities now. ➡️ www.avcr.cz/en/news-arch... @easac.bsky.social
Last month, #EASAC launched its Commentary on #Energy System Integration, sparking discussions on the need to accelerate #decarbonisation. Experts emphasized how advancing renewables shields against fossil fuel price shocks and shortages. Missed the launch? Here’s your chance to catch up 👇
Energy System Integration
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Last year, #EASAC launched the report “Changing Wildfires: Policy Options for a Fire-literate and Fire-adapted Europe” easac.eu/news/details... As we prepare for another wildfire season, don’t miss this IAP webinar on advancing international collaboration in #wildfire modelling and risk assessment 👇
The InterAcademy Partnership (IAP)@iapartnership.bsky.social · 3mo ago🔥 IAP webinar on wildfire risk where nature meets communities Wildfires are increasing. Better science and global collaboration are needed. Join experts on wildfire modelling and risk. 📅 12 May 2026 | 8–10 AM ET 🎟️ Register: tinyurl.com/yw2p5y7r #Wildfire #AI
The EASAC Board met in Oslo this week, kindly hosted by the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters. Board members and programme directors discussed strategic challenges, upcoming milestones and ways to increase the impact of #Science4Policy advice from European academies through EASAC. #ItsScience
🤝 In Brussels, our President Lise Øvreås met Sabine Henzler, Director for Strategy and Impact at the Joint Research Centre @ec.europa.eu to advance cooperation under an #MoU. ➡️ #EASAC looks forward to continued collaboration with the JRC to inform EU policymaking. @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu
⚡New EASAC Commentary launched: Energy System Integration As Europe faces rising energy costs and growing pressure on supply, this new publication shows how integrating electricity, heat and green gases can reduce dependence& support competitiveness. 👉https://tinyurl.com/2yn2k4a5 @easac.bsky.social
@easac.bsky.social has launched a new Commentary on Energy System Integration, offering evidence-based insights into strengthening Europe’s energy resilience. Read more here: www.ria.ie/2026/04/16/e...
The European Academies’ Science Advisory Council (@easac.bsky.social) has published a new commentary which emphasises the need for accelerated transition to home-grown renewable energies and energy system integration. Learn more and download the report here. 👇
New EASAC Commentary on energy system integration in response to Europe’s energy crisis - Kungl. Vetenskapsakademien
The European Academies' Science Advisory Council (EASAC) has published a new Commentary which emphasises the need for accelerated transition to home-grown renewable energies and energy system integrat...
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⚡ Europe is facing its biggest #energy crisis in a century, mandating an accelerated transition to home-grown renewable energies. The new #EASAC Commentary emphasises that radical energy system transformation and integration is a strategic imperative. 👉 Find out more: easac.eu/publications...
⚡ Don’t miss today’s launch of the new #EASAC Commentary on #Energy System Integration. 🗓️ 16 Apr 2026, 15:00 CEST (online). Speakers: @nduic.bsky.social @paulakivimaa.bsky.social @renewablesgrid.bsky.social @iea.org 👉 Register here and join us: easac-events.eu/event/energy...
EASAC Commentary: Energy System Integration - Online Launch
Join our livestream on 16 Apr 2026, 15:00 CEST. With debates in Europe intensifying over how to mitigate the impact of soaring energy prices, affordability, security and investment priorities, EASAC’s...
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Don’t miss the launch of the new @easac.bsky.social Commentary: Energy System Integration. Register here to get the link for the online event, scheduled for Thursday, 16 April 2026, from 15:00 to 16:45 CEST: easac-events.eu/event/energy... @deptcee.bsky.social
