Unity for Europe's Green Future: 400+ Organizations Urge Confirmation of Climate Targets
Key Ideas
- Over 400 organizations, including Hydrogen Europe, call on the EU to confirm climate targets post-election gains for the right.
- Joint statement emphasizes the importance of the Green Deal in achieving climate-neutral objectives by 2030.
- Concerns arise about potential rightward swing impacting future legislation and policies related to climate action and renewable energy.
- Request made for alignment of EU financial instruments with the Green Deal and appointment of an Executive Vice-President for Green and Industrial deals.
In a collective effort, more than 400 companies, associations, and NGOs, with signatories like Hydrogen Europe and Renewable Hydrogen Coalition, have urged the EU to reaffirm its climate targets following recent electoral shifts. The joint statement highlights the significance of the Green Deal in realizing Europe's ambition to become climate-neutral by 2030, encompassing goals in clean energy, sustainable industry, and biodiversity. Concerns loom over the potential impact of a rightward swing in the EU Parliament on future renewable energy policies. The plea emphasizes the necessity for EU leaders to prioritize the Green Deal in the Strategic Agenda and align financial instruments accordingly. The call also includes the proposal for the appointment of an Executive Vice-President to oversee both the Green and Industrial Deals. While existing Green Deal policies may not be at immediate risk, the fear of alterations in the trajectory of future legislation under a right-wing parliament remains palpable. The upcoming legislative term poses critical decisions in shaping Europe's approach towards climate action and sustainability, with implications on environmental policies and competitiveness.