Health in prisons (WHO)
Set up by the WHO, the European database on health in prisons (HIPED) includes data on prison mortality, disease screening, and the prevention and treatment of diseases.
Ending overfishing in northern Europe: a fishy game
The North Sea is no exception to the overfishing spree across Europe. As discussions are ongoing between Norway and the EU, scientists issue their latest warning on collapsing cod stocks.
Marine protected areas (Protected Planet)
The oceans occupy more than 70% of the Earth's surface and abound in extremely diverse ecosystems. The Protected Planet website covers more than 15,000 marine protected areas around the world.
Assisted reproductive technologies in Europe (ESHRE)
What is the current status with assisted reproductive technologies in the different European countries?
Organic farming is on the march in Europe
Rising demand, falling meat consumption: organic food is on a roll, and for good reason. An overview on production, distribution and consumption of organic goods in Europe, and on their environmental impact.
Droughts in Europe (Copernicus)
The European Drought Observatory gathers and publishes data and maps on past, current and forecasted drought phenomena in Europe.
European electric cars pick up speed
A report by the NGO Transport and Environment promises a six-fold increase in Europe’s electric-car production by 2025. But Chinese producers continue to dominate the sector.
European Core Health Indicators (European Commission)
A list of 88 indicators makes it possible to compare the state of citizens’ health and related services across the EU. A dedicated data tool is available.
Can Europe avoid the coming crisis?
The international outlook for this autumn does not seem rosy. Will Europe be able to act in response to the warning signs? That will largely depend on the German government’s willingness to (finally) let go of the dogmas imposed on the eurozone for the last decade.
Transparency and accountability of public administrations in Europe (EuroPAM)
A database curated by ERCAS collects data, information and legislation concerning the transparency and accountability of public officials in the EU member states.
