War in Ukraine is driving demand for Africa's natural gas. That's controversial
NPR Online NewsMAR 19 2022
These agreements are just words with no real action. The 2030 target is arbitrary and will not be final until negotiations have concluded with the European Parliament later this year - and often energy efficiency is the first goal to be tossed. This sets a target but nothing is legally binding. European nations must step up, otherwise, this announcement is meaningless.
The EU is strongly committed to combating the effects of climate change, as shown by its support for UN programs and vigorous backing of the Paris Agreement. The member states' collaboration was successful in cutting emissions by 31% in 2020. This is a bold track record, and these proposed laws show that the EU is serious about leading the world in climate policy.