Breaking the ice: Increasing global temperatures have eased the exploitation of strategic resources in the Arctic Region, with EU Member States among the claimants to the territories. How could the EU work together with the other countries in the region in order to promote fair exploitation of natural resources, while preserving biodiversity and the ecosystem?
Fighting the Sun: With the hazards of geomagnetic storms posing a greater threat, there is still a significant lack of public understanding of the phenomenon. How could the European Union improve communication and facilitate knowledge sharing between science, industry, and the general population to bring attention to the danger of geomagnetic storms?
The sustainability of the system: One of the major problems of developed societies is the sustainability of a public pension system that ensures the retirement of those who work today. Bearing in mind the increasing elderly population in Europe, what actions should the EU take in order to ease the pressure on the pension systems of Member States?
Public health through trials and tests: Epidemics such as Ebola or Zika have threatened the health of people worldwide with their effect being exacerbated by population growth and international travel, along with the lack of appropriate preparedness and response systems. How can the EU contribute to developing robust national and international systems to deal with these outbreaks?
The power of trash: With the total waste production in the EU reaching 2.5 billion tonnes in 2014, and a developing consumerist culture, how should the EU manage its waste in an effort to move towards a circular economy?
The smart commute: Considering the negative effects that increasing air pollution has on urban populations, how should intelligent transport systems for personal multimodal mobility be implemented to reduce emissions in urban areas?