Abstract The transition to a low-carbon economy requires an expansion in the production of clean energy technologies. Recent shifts in the European Union’s industrial policy aim to boost local manufacturing...
This report aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of how European Union (EU) member states monitor poverty and social exclusion at the subnational level, while also offering practical guidance to...
Bulgarian firms in clean tech value chains demonstrate limited integration within the domestic economy and rely heavily on foreign suppliers, with only 25 percent of their supplier network being domestic...
This report shows that Romania has the potential to become a significant player in the EU’s green value chains but needs to address its weaknesses to fully capitalize on the opportunities. Firm network...
This report aims to provide an overview of potential opportunities to participate in clean tech value chains, using new and evolving analytical tools from the World Bank Group that may help inform national...
Following an unprecedented tightening cycle that avoided deep recession and widespread job losses, the EU economy appears poised for a "soft landing" with inflation nearing target levels. In 2023, EU growth...
This report shows that Poland is the frontrunner in clean tech value chains, standing to benefit from the opportunities that the green transition may bring. Poland exports more, specializes in more complex...
Croatian firms in clean tech value chains demonstrate limited integration within the domestic economy and rely heavily on foreign suppliers, with only 25 percent of their supplier network being domestic...
Minimum wages are an essential component of a country's social protection system, aiming to protect vulnerable workers and reduce poverty and wage inequality. Yet, there are risks associated with poor...
Addressing energy poverty is paramount for economic development, given its close connection to income poverty. Research indicates that lower-income households are disproportionately affected by energy...
Addressing energy poverty is paramount for economic development, given its close connection to income poverty. Research indicates that lower-income households are disproportionately affected by energy...
In the context of escalating climate challenges, urban heat islands are reshaping the thermal landscapes of Europe’s cities and communities. As we navigate their increasing incidence and severity, a cohesive...
Energy poverty has gained attention in the context of increasing energy prices and the recent energy crisis in Europe. However, measuring energy poverty and characterizing the energy poor are challenging...
Bulgaria still ranks among the EU countries with the highest levels of poverty and inequality. Before 2023, Bulgaria's Social Assistance / Monthly Social Allowance scheme had limited coverage, strict eligibility...
In Croatia, the subject of gender equality has gradually moved from the fringes to the forefront of public discourse, reflecting both global trends and local imperatives. As of 2023, Croatia was still...
Премахването на енергийната бедност се очертава като едно от основните предизвикателства пред политиката на България в областта на бедността и социалното приобщаване, особено в контекста на Европейския...
The objectives of this report are as follows: Gain insights into the current state of energy vulnerability among households, assessing their ability to maintain comfortable temperatures in both summer...
The objectives of this report are as follows: Gain insights into the current state of energy vulnerability among households, assessing their ability to maintain comfortable temperatures in both summer...
On March 11, 2020, the world came to a halt when the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. Countries around the globe raced to put in place curfew and movement restrictions, and...
This note provides an overview to the Romanian Public Finance System, the way that the system is monitored in a micro-simulation tool to assess distributional aspects of fiscal policy, and the overall...