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The global shift towards sustainability is one of the most pressing challenges of our time. As we move towards a greener economy, the role of consumers in driving change cannot be overstated. Consumer behavior, particularly in relation to…

Around 1.3 billion people—roughly 16% of the global population—are living with a significant disability today. That’s nearly one in six people. Despite these numbers, their voices are often overlooked in key decision-making processes. Who better to advocate for…

Sorin Mierlea, President of InfoCons, will participate in the opening ceremony of the International Junior Science Olympiad. The event will take place on December 3, 2024, at the Palace of Parliament in Bucharest, in the “C.A. Rosetti” Hall,…

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is considering a major overhaul of the FDA’s approach to food additives as part of a broader initiative under President-elect Donald Trump’s “Make America Healthy Again” campaign. This marks the first time a president-elect…

On November 28, 2024, Sorin Mierlea, President of InfoCons, is attending the Consumer Policy Advisory Group meeting held in Brussels, Belgium. The expert group, known as the “Consumer Policy Advisory Group“, was established by the Directorate-General for Justice…

Today, November 27, 2024, Sorin Mierlea , President of InfoCons , attends the BioReCer Annual Multi-stakeholder meeting, held in an online format, on the Zoom platform. The theme of this meeting is „Advancing Bio-Based Products Certification: A Collaborative Path Towards Sustainability” .…

Today, November 26, 2024, Sorin Mierlea , President of InfoCons , is participating in an online meeting, organized in the context of the preparatory study for the design of an EU harmonised label for commercial guarantees of durability and…

As the COP29 global climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, reaches its final day today (22 November), intense negotiations are underway among country ministers. The main focus is on reaching an agreement on the terms and conditions of the…

On November 22, 2024, Sorin Mierlea, President of InfoCons, is participating in the online webinar organized by ANEC – The European consumer voice in standardisation, on the online platform Zoom. The webinar’s primary focus is on the challenges…

Following a joint investigation at the European level, the Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network—comprising national consumer authorities across Europe—and the European Commission have issued a warning to the online marketplace, Temu, citing a range of practices that violate…

Today, November 21, 2024, Sorin Mierlea, President of InfoCons, participated in a discussion with Mr. Ambassador Raffaele de Lutio, Consultant at Federalimentare, at the InfoCons headquarters. The main topic of today’s meeting was food policies and nutritional labeling…

On the 11th day of COP29, the spotlight will be on Nature and Biodiversity, Indigenous Peoples, Gender Equality, Oceans, and Coastal Zones. Scheduled for November 21, 2024, in Baku, Nature Day will emphasize the vital role of biodiversity…

Sorin Mierlea, President of InfoCons, is participating today, November 20, 2024, in the conference “The Mediterranean Secret: Recipes for a Balanced Life,” starting at 18:00. The event is organized by the Embassy of Italy in Bucharest and the…

On November 20th, 2024 , a representative of InfoCons  is participating in the members’ meeting organized by Consumers International on the Zoom online platform. The meeting will focus on an important theme: consumer’ experiences with scams. This session marks the second installment…

Today, November 20, 2024, marks the 10th day of the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP 29), hosted in Baku, Azerbaijan. The spotlight is on Urbanisation, Transport, and Tourism, emphasizing their crucial roles in combating climate…

Every year, on November 20th, World Children’s Day is celebrated to mark the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) by the United Nations. This day is an opportunity to reflect on children’s rights,…

The second week of COP29 begins today, with a strong focus on Human Development, Children and Youth, Health, and Education. Tackling climate change demands a comprehensive, whole-of-society approach, with a spotlight on creating healthier, more educated, and better-skilled…

Today, November 16th 2024, marks the sixth day of the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP 29) , which takes place in Baku, Azerbaijan. Today’s main theme centers around Science, Technology, and Digitalisation in relation to…

The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP 29) is currently taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22. As of today, November 15, we are on the fifth day of this significant global event.…

The UN Climate Change Conference, known as the COP (Conference of the Parties), is the world’s most significant international platform for climate negotiations and policy-making. As the threat of climate change intensifies, the annual COPs serve as a…

Today, November 14th, we celebrate World Diabetes Day, an important occasion to raise awareness and inform the public about this chronic disease that affects millions of people worldwide. World Diabetes Day is dedicated not only to educating the…

As COP29 enters its third day in Baku, Azerbaijan, the global climate conversation is picking up momentum. Delegates, leaders, and activists from nearly every country are once again gathering to tackle one of humanity’s greatest challenges: the climate…