Industry

Rethinking green investment for Europe’s next chapter: a stakeholder’s vision

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Sandrine Dixson-Declève, a leading voice in sustainable finance, outlines her vision of what we need to “secure a thriving society on a healthy planet”. © Justin Lin

While Europe’s green agenda faces new pressures, sustainability leader Sandrine Dixson-Declève outlines why sustainable investment remains vital for economic strength, planetary health and future resilience. By Horizon Magazine staff As Europe faces growing security and trade challenges, the momentum behind sustainable policies, and especially green finance, has come under increasing pressure. Sandrine Dixson-Declève, a leading … Read more

Robots to the rescue: miniature robots offer new hope for search and rescue operations

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Small two-wheeled robots, equipped with high-tech sensors, will help to find survivors faster in the aftermath of disasters. © Tohoku University, 2023

EU-funded researchers have developed robust mini robots with advanced sensors to help search and rescue teams find survivors in the aftermath of earthquakes and other disasters. By Michael Allen In the critical 72 hours after an earthquake or explosion, a race against the clock begins to find survivors. After that window, the chances of survival … Read more

Researchers join hands to bridge gaps in digital education across Europe

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Researchers and companies are cooperating to improve digital education tools and help Europe prepare for the future. © Gorodenkoff, Shutterstock.com

Across Europe, researchers and industry are making digital education better, smarter and more accessible. By building strong partnerships and sharing knowledge, they are helping shape a future where everyone benefits from high-quality online learning. By Helen Massy-Beresford Children in Serbia may soon be learning basic literacy and maths with the help of a friendly virtual … Read more

Navigating growth: researchers use blockchain and AI to reclaim Europe’s inland waterways

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A cruise ship sails on Portugal’s Douro River, part of Europe’s underutilised inland waterways that researchers are working to make more sustainable. © Mário Rodrigues/APDL

Europe’s expansive inland waterways remain underutilised despite their potential. Researchers and industry partners are developing innovative tools, such as digital simulations of river flows or blockchain-powered pollution control, that support smarter, more resilient and sustainable inland waterway transport. By Tom Cassauwers The Douro River is one of Portugal’s best-known waterways. It flows through the region … Read more

Metrology matters: the hidden science driving the green and digital transition

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Getting measurements right is key to breakthroughs in everything from science and tech to everyday life. © Audrius Merfeldas, Shutterstock.com

Often overlooked, metrology – the science of measurement – underpins countless aspects of daily life, from accurately telling the time to ensuring the security of digital communications. By Tom Cassauwers As Europe ramps up efforts to transition to a greener economy, hydrogen is taking centre stage as a clean energy solution, particularly for decarbonising sectors … Read more

Self-driving trucks: en route to transform Europe’s freight sector

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Researchers are preparing automated trucks equipped with cameras, sensors and radars to transport cargo on Europe’s public roads. © Einride

EU-funded researchers are accelerating the rollout of self-driving trucks on public roads to solve driver shortages and improve safety and sustainability in Europe’s logistics sector. By Bárbara Pinho In the not-so-distant future, unusual looking cargo vehicles – sporting large black windscreens and with no human driver behind the wheel – could become a common sight … Read more