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ICER 2023: Circular targets remain out of reach
The Netherlands aims to have a fully circular economy by 2050 and halve its use of raw materials by 2030. In recent years, however, little progress has been made in either regard.

RIVM describes building blocks of future-proof soil strategy
Soil use is becoming increasingly intensive. From use for agriculture and housing construction to recreation and infrastructure. At the same time, we also depend on the soil-watersystem for a healthy living environment, restore biodiversity, countering climate change, energy transition, absorption of rainwater and keeping groundwater clean.
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- Proposed European PFAS ban officially submitted
- More than two million invitations to get vaccinated against HPV in 2023
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Recent publications
- Division of roles, connections and client representation in integrated elderly care networks. Regional in-depth case studies in Drenthe, Zoetermeer and Mijnstreek
- Disinfection methods in healthcare. Developments since the coronavirus pandemic (March 2020)
- Update to AERIUS Calculator and Monitor 2022
- Inspiration document Building blocks for a future-proof soil strategy
- Literature review on the detection of legionella in drinking water
- Monitor Falls prevention – advice for a plan of action
- Knowledge agenda Microplastics in the environment
- Experiences and needs of seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Looking beyond virus control
- Air quality footprint of Schiphol Airport 2022