How can global emissions be reduced? COP26 will not provide a satisfactory answer, writes Susi Dennison of ECFR. But that is where Europe comes in – the EU has some tools at its disposal to use its climate power more effectively.
By Redaktion Table
The EU environment ministers discussed the most important points on Wednesday at their first meeting since the presentation of the Fit for 55 package. There was fierce opposition to the planned emissions trading in the buildings and transport sectors. Ideas also differed widely on burden sharing and carbon standards for cars.
By Timo Landenberger
Now that the Commission has presented its large package of climate legislation, the task in Parliament is to stake out the positions. Negotiations with the Council are due to begin this year, and the next package of measures is expected in December. In addition, there are more climate policy decisions pending, including taxonomy and state aid law. Our Green Deal outlook for this fall.
By Timo Landenberger
