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Martin runs for the environment in the Stockholm Marathon
On 31 May 2025, it's time for this year's edition of the Stockholm Marathon. In connection with the event, representatives from the EU Ecolabel will be in Stockholm from 29 to 31 May to showcase environmentally labelled products. EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall, responsible for the environment, water, and the circular economy, will also be participating in the event.
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Less climate emissions from cement in Nordic Swan Ecolabelled building products
Emissions from cement production account for 5% of the world's total greenhouse gas emissions. Through new, stricter climate requirements for cement in chemical building products, the Nordic Swan Ecolabel can contribute to a more sustainable construction industry. If all cement used annually in Sweden met the Nordic Swan Ecolabel's requirements, it could save greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to 226,000 cars' emissions.
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Sweden has already used up its share of the earth's resources for 2025
On April 10, Sweden reaches its "Overshoot Day". This means that during the rest of the year, we consume more resources than the earth can handle us using. But even though it can feel overwhelming, we can actually help turn the tide through the small choices we make in everyday life.