On 18 November 2024 CAN Europe organised a press conference during COP29 in Azerbaijan, where a panel of experts reflected the developments during the first week of the conference. The press conference covered the state of the negotiations (in particular the EU’s role in climate finance), the European fossil fuel
Baku, 18 November 2024 — As the second week of COP29 kicks off, the climate finance negotiations are stuck moving at a snail’s pace. The EU is doing little to put forward concrete proposals that could take things forward, such as the amount of money they would be ready to
Baku, 14 November 2024 – Chiara Martinelli, CAN Europe Director, participated today in a key Energy and Climate roundtable in Baku during COP29, where Energy Community Ministers and EU representatives gathered to discuss accelerating climate action and aligning national policies with EU energy and climate objectives. The meeting focused on
“Milei’s climate denialism and ‘chainsaw policies’ combined with the outdated EU-Mercosur trade deal is a recipe for disaster. The EU-Mercosur deal is based on a text from 25 years ago and totally out of sync with the reality of the climate crises we face today. ‘Mileinomics’ coupled with the EU-Mercosur deal could cause critical ecological spillovers globally, as it will further threaten South America’s second-largest forest, the Chaco forest, also one of the planet’s largest carbon sinks”, said Audrey Changoe, Trade and Investment Policy Coordinator at CAN Europe.
Milei’s so-called “libertarian experiment”, or ‘Mileinomics’, for radical free-market reforms combined with the outdated EU-Mercosur deal are a recipe for economic disaster. It is rooted in a neo-colonial economic model that created the social-ecological crisis in the first place.
Brussels, 8 November 2024 – As the world grapples with the repercussions of a year marked by unprecedented climate events, the international community now turns its gaze towards the United Nations conference in Baku. Against the backdrop of record-breaking global temperatures and extreme weather worldwide, the urgency of tackling the
A coalition of NGOs from across Europe has filed a synchronised series of complaints to the European Commission, highlighting systemic failures in the final revised National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs). The NGOs are calling on the Commission to use its powers as ‘Guardian of the Treaties’ to start legal
A coalition of NGOs urges the European Commission to start legal action against France, Germany, Ireland, Italy and Sweden for illegal National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs). The NGOs submitted coordinated complaints that rely on evidence showcasing that these countries’ plans are breaching EU law relating to failure to meet
Ahead of the informal EU leaders’ meeting about the EU’s competitiveness on 8 November and the hearing of the Executive Vice-President-designate for Prosperity and Industrial Strategy, Stéphane Séjourné, ten climate, environment, social justice organisations and trade union federations demand mainstreaming a minimum set of social and environmental conditions through all tools used to support companies with public funds.
Europe’s green transition is already underway – we can’t stop now! Renewable and green technologies are powering the EU economy, benefiting business, nature and society. The European Commission must push for smarter implementation, not to roll back ambition. More than 180 civil society organisations call on the EU Commission to provide
Written by Ismael Morales, Head of Climate Policy at Fundación Renovables The title of this article is the mandate that Ursula Von der Leyen has given to Teresa Ribera, who’ll be, if everything goes according to plan, the new Executive Vice-President for a Clean, Just and Competitive Transition. However, I
Brussels, 31 October 2024 – Ahead of the Commissioner Hearings, CAN Europe calls on incoming Commissioners-designate to prioritise urgent and ambitious climate action. With the EU way off track to meet its 2030 climate goals, the proposed College of Commissioners must now signal that Europe is serious about a fossil-free future. CAN
On 30 October 2024 CAN Europe hosted a live broadcast where a panel of experts reflected on the EU’s negotiating position ahead of COP29 in Azerbaijan. During the discussion, the speakers explored the key gaps that remain in clearly defining the EU’s path to net-zero emissions by 2040 at the
Energy poverty is a growing phenomenon increasingly affecting households in the European Union. The newly adopted Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), if implemented correctly, has the potential to alleviate this growing phenomenon, while also supporting the European Union in achieving a decarbonised building stock, keeping us in line with
On September 27, 2024, the European Commission opened a public consultation on the methodology to determine the greenhouse gas (GHG) emission savings of low-carbon fuels, which ends today, October 25, 2024. CAN Europe welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on the draft Delegated Act proposed by the Commission to underline
On September 23, 2024, the European Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) launched a public consultation on the draft statutory documents of the European Network of Network Operators for Hydrogen (ENNOH). ACER, tasked with reviewing ENNOH’s draft statutory documents to provide feedback to the European Commission, invited all
The LULUCF Regulation sets an EU-wide net removal target of 310 Mt CO2e by 2030, with specific targets for each Member State. Despite the commitment, projections indicate that the EU is off-track to meet such a target. To keep global temperature rise below 1.5°C, science indicates the importance of rapid
Only through unified, bold action, already in this decade, can Europe avoid the catastrophic consequences of climate change. For the EU to meet its 2030 climate objective (55% net emissions reductions compared to 1990 levels) and, even more so, to do its fair share under the Paris Agreement (for which
CAN Europe updated its National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) Tracker tool which compares national climate and energy commitments with EU 2030 targets and benchmarks, as well as with actual emission reductions and energy transition taking place at country level. The tool reveals that climate and energy ambition is insufficient
We are writing ahead of the European Council 17-18 October meeting, in which the EU’s competitiveness agenda will be discussed.
In light of the forthcoming ‘Clean Industrial Deal’ (CID), the best way to preserve the EU’s long-term competitiveness is an EU green industrial strategy centred around the European Green Deal and its targets, which stimulates the production of net-zero technologies, ends our fossil fuel dependence and reduces our energy and material demand.
Brussels, 15 October 2024 – Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe cautiously welcomes the conclusions of yesterday’s meeting of EU environment ministers, which lay out the EU’s negotiating position ahead of COP29. Whilst progress is clear in some areas, key gaps remain in scaling up financial support for developing countries and
Brussels, 8th October 2024 EU Finance Ministers met today in Brussels to finalise the EU’s international climate finance priorities ahead of COP29. CAN Europe welcomes the recognition from Ministers that international public finance should be at the core of the New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance (NCQG). It is problematic
Brussels, 8th October 2024 EU Finance Ministers met today in Brussels to finalise the EU’s international climate finance priorities ahead of COP29. CAN Europe welcomes the recognition from Ministers that international public finance should be at the core of the New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance (NCQG). It is problematic
Brussels, 7 October 2024 – Ahead of tomorrow’s Ministerial Meeting on the Green Agenda for the Western Balkans within the Berlin Process, it is important to remind governments of the need for clear communication on implementation progress, along with a precise commitment on a transparent timeline and well defined responsibilities
Written by Sara Pizzinato, Campaign Coordinator at Greenpeace Spain. Inspired by Greenpeace Spain’s blog: We need renewables, but we have to do it right. Spain, like its neighbours in the mediterranean region, is now on the frontlines of the global climate crisis. Record breaking temperatures are leading to scorching heat
Forests support the stability and vitality of the EU. We need a robust Forest Monitoring Law to provide an integrated data set on how EU forests are faring from different perspectives (environmental, social and economic), in support of integrated forest planning. This will assist efforts to safeguard our forests and
The European Green Deal brought forward numerous policy initiatives to reduce the climate and environmental impacts of the construction ecosystem and buildings. EU Policymakers aimed to accelerate decarbonisation of buildings by revising the Construction Products Regulation (CPR) and Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), which introduce overlapping mandatory climate requirements
On 2 October 2024 CAN Europe hosted a live broadcast where a global panel of experts discussed the anticipated EU decision ahead of negotiations for a new international climate finance goal, which countries are to agree upon at COP29. During the discussion the speakers explored what implications the upcoming meeting
As we approach COP29 and as the adoption of conclusions for COP29 is on the agenda of the 14 October Environment Council, CAN Europe urges the European Union to demonstrate bold leadership by advancing a more ambitious, people-centred, nature-centred, just, transparent, and equitable approach. In a year marked by devastating
Ahead of the Economic and Financial Affairs (ECOFIN) Council 8 October 2024 in which the Council conclusions on international climate finance will be adopted, CAN Europe has written to Finance Ministers that will be in attendance. As shown by a growing body of scientific research, including the IPCC, economic assessments
CAN Europe submitted comments, observations and recommendations about the consultation, as well as aspects related to the energy data, to the European Commission and E3 Modelling in September 2024. You can find the submission here.
Today, the EU’s consumption of natural resources is far beyond what is sustainable. The overuse of natural resources is driving multiple crises: climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, water scarcity, and social inequality. In 2022, the average material footprint was 14.8 tonnes per person—about six times higher than in low-income countries. The EU’s
In a policy conference in Brussels on September 26, 2024, CAN Europe debated the future of EU energy policy with high level speakers and stakeholders from the EU institutions, member state governments, business and civil society. Highlights included the launch of CAN Europe’s Paris Agreement-Compatible (PAC) 2.0 energy scenario, which
The Social Climate Fund is one of the EU’s financial mechanisms to counterbalance the negative socioeconomic effects of the extension of the Emissions Trading System that will apply to the transport and heating & cooling sectors. The Emissions Trading System price on carbon emissions will be challenging for low-income households
European civil society organisations release PAC 2.0 – a new energy scenario, which shows how the EU can achieve the objective of the Paris Agreement to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C. The report details measures to transition the power, industry, buildings, and transport sectors to achieve climate neutrality by
Dear Members of the European Parliament, During the upcoming Commissioner-designate hearings, we urge you to champion the creation of a Next Generation 2.0 fund to foster Europe’s transformation in response to the ongoing polycrises and geopolitical challenges.
To align with the Paris Agreement 1.5°C, the EU should reduce its domestic greenhouse gas emissions by at least 65% gross reductions compared to 1990 levels by 2030 and increase net removals in the LULUCF sector to at least 600 MtCO2e by the same date and maintain them at least
‘Nature is in a state of crisis’ (European Union NBSAP, 2023). Nature and biodiversity in the EU is declining, with most protected habitats and species in poor or bad condition due to land and sea use changes, overexploitation, harmful forestry practices, pollution, and climate change. The EU did not meet
SKOPJE- 20 September 2024 From September 17 to 19, 2024, CAN Europe hosted a three-day training in Skopje, bringing together 25 journalists and journalism students from across the Western Balkans to enhance their climate and energy reporting skills. The course aimed to provide participants with a solid understanding of both
As the new European Commission and Parliament begin their mandates, over 40 civil society organisations from across Europe have issued a statement calling on EU leaders to ensure the continuation of the Just Transition Fund in the next EU budget.
Proposed New College Must Leave No Room For Climate Retreat Brussels 17 September 2024 Following weeks of rumours, pressure from Member States and some final days of uncertainties, today we finally got to see the proposed composition of a new College of European Commissioners. CAN Europe reacts on
by Sven Harmeling, Head of Climate at CAN Europe As the world looks towards COP 29, the issues of climate finance and a fossil fuel phaseout, as part of a just energy transition, are ever more crucial. WithUN General Assembly, the UN Summit of the Future, and the Global Renewables
Brussels, 9 September 2024 – Following Mario Draghi’s presentation of his report on Europe’s competitiveness, Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe is urging European leaders to focus on a green industrial policy that secures long-term economic and environmental sustainability. While Draghi’s report acknowledges that climate and industrial policies should be mutually
Civil Society Organisations are organising a joint event with parliamentary groups the Greens, the Left/GUE, S&D and Renew, to create a moment to both celebrate the EU’s exit from the ECT and to look forward to how we can build upon this, including the 2022 parliamentary resolution on the future of international investment policy. Recognising and celebrating achievements is particularly important at a time when progressive members of the parliament may be feeling disheartened.
Ahead of the publication of Commissioners-designate Mission Letters, CAN Europe has written to the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen to suggest that the Executive Vice-President in charge of a socially just, ecological and digital transition, has the Energy commissioner within her team. It will be crucial
One of the main priorities for the next European Commission must be to provide a healthy and comfortable living environment across Europe. Achieving this will require a holistic approach that goes far beyond solely tackling the housing crisis, but also addresses Europe’s rising energy poverty levels and the looming climate
Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe’s Contribution to the consultation on the DNSH technical guidance for the Social Climate Fund. CAN Europe’s position is that there is an urgent need for a robust, uniform approach to the implementation of ‘Do No Significant Harm’ (DNSH) across all EU funds. As already developed
Brussels, 3 September 2024 – As European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen prepares to announce the designated Commissioners and the mission letter for the new energy commissioner, CAN Europe is publishing its energy priorities for the new policy cycle 2024 – 2029. During the previous policy cycle, progressive EU energy
Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe, Europe’s leading NGO coalition fighting dangerous climate change, is pleased to announce an open call for applications to the “Western Balkans Youth Climate Forum 2024”, a program designed for participants between the age 18-30 interested in deepening their knowledge on climate and energy-related issues in
CAN Europe and the Global Legal Action Network just submitted their final set of written legal arguments to the General Court of the European Union in a climate case against the European Commission. The NGOs are calling on the Commission to revise the greenhouse gas emissions it has authorised Member
Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe and the Global Legal Action Network (GLAN) submit final written arguments in a fast-tracked climate case filed in February this year. The NGOs argue that the European executive sets unlawful annual emissions limits by 2030 for each EU country in the buildings, agriculture, waste, small
The CSDDD is a new EU law that imposes binding obligations on corporate giants to check their global value chains for human rights and environmental risks and harms. It also enables victims and EU member states to hold non-compliant companies accountable.
Climate and energy transition partnerships are a critical element of the external dimension of the European Green Deal (EGD) and to globally support more ambitious climate action and a socially just green transition in this critical decade. Entering the new EU policy cycle, ahead of decisive international climate policy years
Brussels, 18 July 2024 – In a pivotal moment for the European Union, Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected as the President of the European Commission, signalling a renewed commitment to delivering the European Green Deal, measures for just transition and moving towards more climate ambition. However, Von der
Executive Vice President for Wellbeing & Future Generations Read the full proposal / #FitForFutureGenerations campaign by some of our members & allies. The 2019–2024 European Commission has been one of the most ambitious on climate and social policies. However, these policies have been disconnected from each other, and from economic policies.
Ahead of the Informal Energy Council on 16 July 2024, Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe has written to Europe’s Ministers for Energy regarding the upcoming key priority areas of the Hungarian presidency. The Hungarian presidency of the Council of the EU will focus on key topics such as the National
Energy communities provide 2 to 8 times more benefits to local economies over private renewable projects. Due to their non-profit nature and cooperative governance, they strive for local development and contribute to a just energy transformation. But is the EU doing enough to fund these innovative local energy initiatives? This opinion
The state of nature continues to decline due to changes in land and sea use, overexploitation, harmful forestry practices, pollution, and climate change. Despite large societal support and clear evidence that restoring and protecting nature is crucial to halt biodiversity loss, combat climate change, and enhance human well-being, the Nature
Written by: James Trinder, International Climate Policy Coordinator Emilia Runeberg, Climate and Development Policy Coordinator Last November, consensus at COP28 was hailed as a “historic” break-through with parties committing to transition away from fossil fuels, to triple renewable energy capacity and double energy efficiency. Yet, many countries continue to expand
Strategic Agenda: EU Leaders Snatch a Climate Stalemate from the Jaws of Defeat Brussels, 28 June 2024 Despite divisions amongst Member States and last minute attempts to remove any reference to the European Green Deal, CAN Europe welcomes the fact that EU leaders found agreement on a Strategic
This paper builds upon CAN Europe strategy for changemaking in times of crisis, which commits us “to work to engender systemic change in the global economy to ensure a sustainable and fair natural resources management within and beyond the EU leading to a socially just, circular economy where the focus
Brussels, 25th of June 2024 – Amidst a politically charged post-election landscape, European countries have until June 30th to submit their National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) with only a handful of countries likely to do so on time. National governments’ commitment to Europe’s climate obligations remains unclear. In their
On June 30, Member States have to submit the final revision of their National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) to the European Commission. This deadline risks being neglected by the public discourse, as it falls in the aftermath of the EU elections and at a time when the buzz around
Following the result of the European Election, CAN Europe has joined the ‘Green 10’ (a group of leading climate and environmental organisations active on the EU level) in writing to the European Parliament’s Group Leaders with the message: the European Parliament may have changed after these elections, but our planet
Post Election Climate Courage Needed in Today’s Critical EU Top Meetings Brussels, 17 June 2024 As European Heads of States and Governments meet today for dinner, top job nominations will be the main course, and deliberations on the next EU Strategic Agenda, dessert. These informal discussions come on
The „new strategic agenda 2024-2029′ must set out the priority areas that will steer the work of the European Council and provide guidance for the work programmes of other EU institutions which manage and accelerate the EU’s transition, building on the European Green Deal, towards a fossil-free, socially just, and
We as signatory organisations to this letter ask you to invite and encourage Member States to update their national long-term strategies, and to provide guidance to them on how best to do so. We also ask you to prepare an update to the EU’s own Long Term Strategy, for submission
Brussels, 10 June 2024 — The 2024 European Parliament election will go down as one that was characterised by frustration at the rising cost of living, growing inequalities and political inaction. But also as one that selected the last generation of MEPs who have the ability to put us on
The EU and all its Member States have repeatedly pledged to end “inefficient fossil fuel subsidies” since 2009 while “encouraging all countries to do so” by 2025 at both the G20 and the UNFCCC. At COP26, parties to the UNFCCC committed to phase out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies for the
Bonn, 6 June 2024 – Ahead of the forthcoming New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) decision under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), CAN Europe today launches new research on the EU’s provision of international climate finance. Under the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement, developed countries are obliged to
International climate finance is essential to strengthening climate security and protecting those on the front line of the climate crisis. The report “Assessing International Climate Finance by the EU and Member States: Key Insights for Shaping the New Climate Finance Goal” tracks the evolution of the European Union’s (EU) contribution
Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe, Europe’s leading NGO coalition fighting dangerous climate change, is pleased to announce an open call for applications to a specialised training program designed for journalists interested in covering climate and energy-related issues in the Western Balkans. This initiative aims to enhance the capacity of journalists
Ahead of the Bonn Climate Conference (3-13 June), the EU Environment Council (17 June) and the National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) submission deadline (30 June), CAN Europe has written to Environment and Climate Ministers from EU member states to calling on them to demonstrate real commitment to limiting dangerous
Brussels, 1st of June – Hundreds of demonstrators and over 80 organisations from 23 EU countries joined the demonstration in Brussels organized by Good Food Good Farming and Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe. One week ahead of the decisive EU elections, demonstrators took to the streets to demand climate action,
CAN Europe Press Briefing: Bonn Climate Conference (3-13 June 2024) Bonn, 31 May 2024 The Bonn Climate Conference meets at a time of urgency where 80% of the global carbon budget (which is associated with a 50% probability of keeping global temperatures under the 1.5°C warming threshold) has
Read the full opinion editorial originally published on EurActiv By Chiara Martinelli Ahead of the 2019 European elections, young climate activists took to the streets in all corners of our continent to demand urgent climate action from the EU. The combination of advocacy efforts and grassroot movements catalysed a transformative
Brussels, 30 May 2024 – The Council of the EU today adopted a historic decision to withdraw the European Union from the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT), an international investment treaty from the 1990s increasingly used by the fossil fuel industry to sue governments over their climate and energy policies. Audrey
Media Advisory Note Powering ahead: Energy Council discusses the future of the European Green Deal and REPowerEU Brussels, 29th May 2024 – What is happening: Tomorrow, EU Energy Ministers will meet to discuss the future of the European Green Deal and REPowerEU, while approving the conclusions on sustainable
As organisations committed to tackling the multifaceted crises of our times – from climate change and biodiversity loss to the cost of living and energy independence – we call for a €1 trillion investment plan for people and the planet to be at the top of the agenda for future EU leadership. These challenges are largely an investment challenge, and EU funding is more needed than ever to mobilise and boost public and private financing of Europe’s resilience and competitive sustainability. Political parties’ manifestos all recognise this need. Now is the time to meet citizens’ expectations of a better future, invest in the transformation of our economy, and make good on the promises of the Green Deal. This statement presents our proposal for a Social and Green Investment Plan that would achieve these aims.
Written by Eva Brardinelli, Buildings Policy Coordinator, and Erman Erogan, Buildings Policy & Campaign Assistant at CAN Europe. Τhis analysis is part of Eteron’s project“Mind the Roof”. For more information click here The upcoming EU elections signal a critical juncture for the EU’s 2030 climate and energy targets. The
Ahead of the ECOFIN Council on 14 May 2024, CAN Europe has written to Europe’s Economy and Finance ministers regarding international climate finance. International climate finance is essential to strengthening climate security. Runaway climate change has been identified as an important factor threatening human security by the IPCC and by
In line with the publication of the European Commission’s Guidance on designating renewables acceleration areas, the Oeko Institute, CAN Europe, WWF EU, Birdlife Europe and the European Environmental Bureau have published their joint analysis and recommendations regarding the renewable energy spatial planning and designation of Renewable Acceleration Areas (RAAs). These analysis
Foreword from Cornelia Maarfield, Head of Energy at CAN Europe This week, two years ago, the European Commission published its landmark RePowerEU package on 18th May 2021, in response to Russia’s war on Ukraine, which is still raging. Our timeline below takes a look back at the major energy milestones
МАКЕДОНСКИ SHQIP Београд, Скопље – 23. април 2024 године У Градском парку Скопље и на београдској Калемегданској тврђави, Кан Европа (CAN Europe) покренула је јавну кампању која се залаже за коришћење обновљивих извора енергије (ОИЕ) на локалном нивоу, са циљем покретања дискусије и подизања свести о потреби и могућности преласка
МАКЕДОНСКИ Beograd, Shkup – 22 Prill 2024 Në Parkun e Qytetit të Shkupit dhe në Kalanë Kalemegdan të Beogradit, KAN Evropa (CAN Europe) po fillon një fushatë publike që mbron përdorimin e burimeve të rinovueshme të energjisë (BRE) në nivel lokal, duke filluar një diskutim dhe duke rritur ndërgjegjësimin për
Белград, Скопје – 23 април 2024 година Во Градскиот парк Скопје и на Белградската тврдина Калемегдан, Мрежата за климатска акција на Европа (CAN Europe) започна јавна кампања која се залага за користење на обновливите извори на енергија (ОИЕ) на локално ниво, со отворање на дискусија и подигање на свеста за
Achieving climate neutrality within the EU by 2040 is not only possible, but necessary to mitigate a rapidly changing climate that can have dangerous consequences for millions of Europeans. The PAC Scenario, developed by civil society organisations, sets out a roadmap for reaching this 2040 target, limiting global temperature rise
EU Overshoot day already here – “Unsustainable and irresponsible” Brussels, 3 May 2024, 317 civil society organisations urge EU leaders to tackle the nature, climate and pollution crises following the upcoming EU elections Today marks the EU’s overshoot day. That means that if global populations mirrored the consumption
Brussels, 30.04.2024 – In a joint report prepared by the Confederation of Revolutionary Trade Unions of Turkey (DİSK) and Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe ahead of May 1, the International Day of Unity, Struggle and Solidarity of the Working Class, it is stated that just transition plans should be
Most Member States have now submitted the draft updates of their National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs), and only a few months are left before they are required to submit their final NECP updates (30 June). This update is crucial for Member States to develop national plans that truly accelerate
Brussels, 24 April – The European Parliament voted today largely in favour of the Commission’s proposal for the European Union to withdraw from the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT), a landmark move that campaigners across Europe have been demanding for years. Audrey Changoe, Trade and Investment Coordinator at CAN Europe said:
Brussels, 24 April – Today the European Parliament rubber-stamped a new harmonising law on human rights and environmental due diligence for corporate giants, listening to the clarion call from hundreds of citizens, civil society and businesses. The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) passed despite 235 votes against and 19
МАКЕДОНСКИ SHQIP СРПСКИ Belgrade, Skopje – 23 April 2024 In the settings of Skopje City Park and Belgrade fortress Kalemegdan, CAN Europe launched a public campaign advocating for the use of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) to a local level, sparking discussion and raising awareness about the need and possibility of
On 23 March 2024, The European Parliament approved the reformed EU Fiscal Rules. Commenting on the vote, Isabelle Brachet, Senior Fiscal Reform Policy Coordinator at Climate Action Network Europe, said: “The new EU fiscal rules are like a blast from the past, pushing our economy back to austerity. This is not
We are deeply concerned about the return of overly restrictive fiscal policy. The final compromise on the reform of the EU economic governance due to be voted on by the European Parliament and the Council is multiplying unsubstantiated and arbitrary numerical benchmarks, which will trigger a wave of cuts to public budgets across Europe. Several countries, such as Germany, France and Denmark, have already cut or are planning to cut green investment and social spending for 2024 and 2025.
We, the undersigned NGOs, academics, think tanks, trade unions, and industries call for EU legislation on Sustainable Resource Management. This collective endorsement reflects a shared commitment to address the core challenges driving global crises and to champion an EU that thrives within planetary boundaries.
New in-depth data research from five leading climate and environment organisations reveals that only a minority of MEPs during the 2019 – 2024 mandate acted to protect Europe’s climate, nature and air quality. The majority of MEPs acted instead as either procrastinators or prehistoric thinkers, delaying real action with patchy and inconsistent voting records, or worse, completely failing to rise to the challenge of the crises Europe is facing.
New in-depth data research from five leading climate and environment organisations reveals that only a minority of MEPs during the 2019 – 2024 mandate acted to protect Europe’s climate, nature and air quality. The majority of MEPs acted instead as either procrastinators or prehistoric thinkers, delaying real action with patchy and inconsistent voting records, or worse, completely failing to rise to the challenge of the crises Europe is facing.
As part of the European Green Deal, the European Commission published a legislative proposal, to substantially revise the 2009 EU Gas legislations, including a directive and a regulation. The gas package was the main legislative file of the Fit For 55 package dealing with fossil gas and would have been
The purpose of this update is to evaluate and report on the progress made by Member States in the deployment and facilitation of household rooftop solar PV since the original report published in May 2022. This update seeks to assess the impact of significant policy and regulatory changes in the
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