Tag: European Green Deal
How much extra does it cost to shop ecolabelled? You might be surprised
Shopping sustainably doesn’t have to break the bank! Indeed, it can actually save consumers money, as BEUC’s Sustainable Consumption Officer, Miriam Thiemann, explains. With more EU Ecolabel products than ever on the market, now it’s up to retailers to play...
Five tips for a sustainable summer holiday
With summer at our doorstep, BEUC sustainability expert Miriam Thiemann has five top tips for a sustainable summer holiday, from travelling by rail to finding the right sun protection.
End of internal combustion engine car sales: good for the climate and your wallet
The EU is on the verge of making a historic decision to reduce CO2 emissions from cars. A 2026 review of that goal, now proposed by Member States, should not cause gridlock.
Use price to change our transport habits
We can clean up our mobility system without it feeling like an uncomfortable sacrifice. This requires fair price signals and incentives that make sustainable transport options affordable and attractive.