Economy 

Even if the EU single market continues to be a work in progress, it has come a long way in making everyday life easier for companies and people.

Over the past 30 years the single market has brought unity and opportunities to Europeans. MEPs believe it has to be adapted further to respond to current challenges.

Countries should use the more than €700 billion available under EU recovery plans to adapt to new social and economic realities, MEPs say.

The EU's single market allows goods, services, capital and people to move freely across EU countries. How much do you know about it? Take our quiz.

As batteries become a strategic market, the European Parliament is working on new rules to tackle related environmental, ethical and social issues.

From heating to transport, energy is essential to everyday life, but also a major source of emissions. Read about EU solutions to decarbonise the sector.

Fighting climate change and improving energy security are among the EU's priorities. Find out how MEPs want to boost energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy.

The circular economy: find out what it means, how it benefits you, the environment and our economy thanks to our video and infographic.

To help the EU reach its ambitious emissions reduction targets in the fight against climate change, Parliament is working to accelerate greener alternatives such as renewable energy.

The EU can resort to a slew of measures to protect itself against unfair trade practices, from appealing to the WTO to full-out trade war.

Parliament wants new EU rules to ensure companies are held accountable when their actions harm people and the planet.

All new cars and vans sold in the EU as of 2035 should be zero emission. What does this mean in practice? Check out our FAQ to find out.