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Bioeconomy Strategy

New Bioeconomy Strategy to drive green growth, competitiveness, and resilience across Europe

The European Commission has adopted a new Strategic Framework for a Competitive and Sustainable EU Bioeconomy, setting a clear direction for strengthening Europe’s industrial base while advancing climate neutrality and resource security.…
Sustainable Housing in Europe

Accelerating Solutions for Affordable and Sustainable Housing in Europe 

Europe is experiencing a housing affordability crisis, driven by rising construction costs, limited housing availability, and the need to meet ambitious climate and energy efficiency targets. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen named…
European Research Area (ERA) Act

ERA Act 2026: A Four-Pillar Framework for European Research

The European Parliament has taken an early step in shaping the upcoming European Research Area (ERA) Act, which the European Commission is expected to propose in 2026. The ERA Act was also discussed recently at the Permanent Representation…
The 19th Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan Conference 2025

The 19th Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan Conference 2025

The 19th Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan Conference was held on 4–5 November 2025 at DOK5000 in Odense, Denmark, hosted by the Danish EU Presidency and co-organised by the Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy and Utilities and the European…
EMERGE

EMERGE Project | Latest Updates 

The EMERGE project has continued its strong engagement across international platforms, reinforcing AU-EU collaboration on sustainable energy. The consortium gathered in Praia, Cabo Verde, on 16-17 October 2025, for its fourth General Assembly,…
ESEIA Member Integration

Strengthening Cooperation with ESEIA Members

As part of its ongoing Member Integration Strategy, ESEIA continued engagement with member institutions in 2025 to deepen collaboration, align strategic priorities, and expand participation in ESEIA programmes and Working Groups. On 7 November…
Most Active Members 2024

Recognising ESEIA’s Most Active Members of 2024

Each year, ESEIA recognises members whose dedication, collaboration, and leadership significantly strengthen the Alliance’s mission. In 2024, several outstanding contributors distinguished themselves through exceptional engagement across…
New members

Welcome to Two New Member Organisations

ESEIA has enlarged its membership to the North West and the South East, which reinforces the alliance, making it stronger and more relevant as a European player. Two distinguished institutions will join ESEIA’s growing alliance of sustainable…
UKIM

UKIM FEEIT – Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technologies, North Macedonia, to join ESEIA as a New Member 

ESEIA is pleased to welcome UKIM FEEIT – Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technologies (FEEIT), Republic of North Macedonia, as a new member organisation. As a leading higher…
REGIONALE 2025 Bergisches RheinLand

REGIONALE 2025 Bergisches RheinLand Congress Showcases Circular Economy Leadership with Strong Presence from ESEIA Members

The REGIONALE 2025 Bergisches RheinLand “All Resources! Resource Landscape in the Bergisches RheinLand” took place on 28 October 2025 at :metabolon, Lindlar, DE, a flagship circular-economy initiative developed in partnership by the Bergischer…
16th ESEIA Lecture

Insights from the 16th ESEIA Lecture: Smart Production for Sustainable Materials

On 4 December 2025, the 16th ESEIA Lecture Series, held online, brought together 23 participants from 7 countries for an in-depth discussion on Smart Production for Sustainable Materials. Hosted by Andrea Höglinger, Vice-Rector for Research…
Ulster University, UK

ESEIA Welcomes Ulster University, UK, as New Member

ESEIA is pleased to welcome Ulster University, Belfast School of Architecture and the Built Environment, UK, as a new member organisation beginning in 2026. Ulster University brings internationally recognised expertise in sustainable design,…
University of Graz (KFUG)

ESEIA Strengthens Cooperation with its Member, University of Graz

On 7 November 2025, as part of ESEIA’s Member Integration strategy, ESEIA Director Brigitte Hasewend met with Rupert Baumgartner, Deputy Director, Institute of Systems Sciences, Innovation and Sustainability Research (SIS) at the University…

Strengthening Europe’s Innovation Ecosystem: Insights from the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy

Rémi Mayet, Policy Advisor at the European Commission, DG Energy, introduced the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy [1]aimed at making Europe the best place to launch and grow technology-driven innovative companies, at the ESEIA General Assembly…

ESEIA Holds Its 33rd General Assembly Meeting

On 20 November 2025, ESEIA held its 33rd General Assembly online, bringing together 27 participants from 17 member organisations across 12 European countries to review progress, adopt the 2026 strategic documents, and take decisions on governance…

ESEIA Meeting with Savonia UAS | Member Integration

On 10 November 2025, ESEIA held an online meeting with Savonia University of Applied Sciences (Savonia UAS), FI, to strengthen cooperation, align strategic priorities, and explore new opportunities for joint engagement in ESEIA activities and…

ESEIA is proud to support the 7th China Forum & 2nd Global Young Leaders Forum hosted by TU Graz

ESEIA is proud to support the 7th China Forum & 2nd Global Young Leaders Forum, taking place on 20 November 2025 at TU Graz, Austria. The event brings together leading voices from academia, industry, and public institutions to explore this…

How ESEIA Working Groups Drive Innovation in Climate-Neutral Construction with Biofabricated Materials

Europe’s path to climate neutrality is reshaping not only how energy is produced but also how buildings are designed and constructed. Biofabricated materials— produced by living cells and microorganism-  are becoming well known and…

Announcing the 16th ESEIA Lecture Series | Smart Production for Sustainable Materials

In the coming decades, our built environment will increasingly be shaped by biofabricated materials, a new generation of plant-based, low-carbon innovations that are already transforming the European materials landscape. What once sounded like…

Announcing the ESEIA Autumn Newsletter 2025

The 57th Autumn Edition of the ESEIA Newsletter highlights a season of growth, collaboration, and innovation across the Alliance, from the launch of the ESEIA Sustainable Energy Insight Podcast featuring Teresa Ponce de Leão to the success…

Key Takeaways from the 15th ESEIA Lecture: Building a Fair and Sustainable Future for Housing in Europe

On 9 October 2025, the 15th edition of the ESEIA Lecture Series, titled “Making Housing More Affordable: How can New European Bauhaus help?”, brought together students, academia, experts, policymakers, and industry representatives to address…