The EU banks on hydrogen for clean energy
Goals call for rapidly scaling up hydrogen production, creating opportunities for Wisconsin companies with innovative technologies in the field. Read More
The Czech Republic plans to propel its transition to clean energy
Europe’s Modernization Fund will support the transition of the country’s infrastructure to alternative energy sources, and Wisconsin businesses related to clean energy may find opportunities in that market. Read More
EU adopts new regulations for economic operators
Companies exporting goods to EU markets must designate an economic operator to serve as a clear point of contact for questions or problems with the product. Read More
Companies that wish to sell in Europe should pursue CE mark
The marking indicates that a product has been assessed to meet the European Economic Area's standards for safety, health and environmental protection. Read More
Czech Republic undertakes hospital modernization program
These hospitals will need equipment and supplies, and the country imports the majority of its medical technology, creating opportunities for Wisconsin exporters. Read More
Changes to Czech waste management practices create opportunities for Wisconsin companies
The European nation has set targets to put less waste in landfills and increase the use of incineration and waste-to-energy plants. Read More
Czech Republic: Opportunities in Water and Sewer Modernization
Sewage, drinking water, flood and drought: Czech water management is facing great challenges, and is preparing for major investments to meet those challenges. The European Cohesion Fund will provide around $860 million to improve Czech water infrastructure over the next five years. Water and sewage treatment plant operators may apply for subsidies. Furthermore, in order to mitigate droughts, large water storage tanks are being built. Read More
Conversations with… Filip Korinek
Conversations With…Filip Korinek Filip Korinek is the trade representative for WEDC covering the Czech Republic and Poland. He is also the managing director at EasyLink Business Services. Filip oversees a team of more than 25 local in-market consultants at EasyLink, which covers 15 markets in Central & Eastern Europe. He has vast market knowledge and… Read More
Guide to the EU Public Procurement System
Every year, over 250,000 public authorities in the EU spend around 14 percent of the EU’s GDP on the purchase of services, works and supplies. In many sectors such as energy, transportation, waste management, social protection and the provision of health or education services, public authorities are the principal buyers. In order to create a level playing field for businesses, the EU law sets out minimum, harmonized public procurement rules, which are translated into national legislation and apply to tenders whose monetary value exceeds the following amounts: Read More