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EU Strategy for Net-Zero Emissions by 2050

Summary

The European Parliament proposes a strategy to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, emphasizing a 'just transition' for all citizens and sectors.
10 14.03.2019
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energy
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industry
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environment
human rights
social policy
public finance and budget policy
research and intellectual property
agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

  • The European Union aims to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 at the latest.
  • A 'Just Transition' is essential to support vulnerable regions and workers during the shift to a green economy.
  • Strong intermediate targets for 2030 and potentially 2040 are needed to provide investment stability.
  • The transition could save trillions of euros in fossil fuel import costs by 2050.
Documents (PDFs)
JOINT MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on climate change – a European strategic long-term vision for a prosperous, modern, competitive and climate neutral economy in accordance with the Paris Agreement MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on climate change - a European strategic long-term vision for a prosperous, modern, competitive and climate neutral economy MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on climate change: a European strategic long-term vision for a prosperous, modern, competitive and climate neutral economy MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on climate change: a European strategic long-term vision for a prosperous, modern, competitive and climate neutral economy MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on climate change: a European strategic long-term vision for a prosperous, modern, competitive and climate neutral economy MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the strategy for a long-term reduction in EU greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with the Paris Agreement MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on a European strategic long-term vision for a prosperous, modern, competitive and climate neutral economy MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on climate change MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on climate change MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on climate change Climate change
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