EU sends emergency energy assistance to Ireland following storm Éowyn
After Irelands request for help due to power outages from storm Éowyn, the EU Civil Protection Mechanism was activated. The EU quickly sent 13 generators from its strategic reserve, rescEU, located in Poland. Denmark also sent four generators to help restore electricity.
The EU activated the Copernicus Emergency Management Service to provide support to national authorities.
The EUs Emergency Response Coordination Centre is closely monitoring the situation, ready to offer more help if needed.
EU Commissioner Hadja Lahbib stated: “Extreme weather events test Europes resilience but also show our preparedness and solidarity. Our thoughts are with those affected and the first responders in Ireland. We thank Denmark and Poland for their support.”
(For more information: Eva Hrnčířová – Tel.: +32 2 298 84 33; Daniel Puglisi - Tel.: +32 2 296 91 40)
Commission registers first food Geographical Indication from Malta and a Protected Geographical Indication from Slovak Republic
The Commission registered the first food product from Malta, Ġbejna tan-nagħaġ, as Protected Designation of Origin (PDO). This cheese is made from whole raw sheep milk and is a key part of Maltese heritage.
The Slovak Republics Trnavský slad, a light barley malt used for beer, was added as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI).
These additions contribute to the EUs register of agricultural geographical indications.
(For more information: Maciej Berestecki – Tel.: +32 229 96302; Thérèse Lerebours – Tel.: +32 2 296 33 03)
EU shares its ambitious vision for European Space Policy at the European Space Conference
The European Commission, represented by high officials, is participating in the European Space Conference in Brussels. Key initiatives in the space sector are being discussed, emphasizing Europes leadership.
Commissioner Andrius Kubilius highlighted the importance of space for Europes security and economy, with ongoing projects like Galileo and Copernicus.
These efforts are crucial for maintaining Europes position in the global space arena.
(For more information: Thomas Regnier – Tel.: +32 2 299 10 99; Flore Boutier - Tel.: + 32 2 296 60 43)