The decarbonization of shipping continues to falter. Therefore, environmental organizations and politicians hope that the Fit for 55 package and the proposal for sustainable marine fuels will spark greater ambitions. However, the rapporteur for the lead transport committee in the EU Parliament has now put a damper on these hopes for the time being.
By Lukas Knigge
Due to the war in Ukraine and in order not to endanger food security in the EU, the Commission has postponed the presentation of two nature conservation laws in the agricultural sector. However, the new date is already June 22, and the short-term postponement has caused irritation. Meanwhile, the organic sector is pushing for the enforcement of the pesticide regulation in particular.
By Timo Landenberger
Strengthening natural carbon sinks is an important part of efforts to achieve EU climate targets. On Thursday, the Council of Agriculture Ministers scrutinized the Commission's proposed revamp of the so-called LULUCF Regulation and a number of concerns came to light.
By Timo Landenberger
