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EU Sets 2040 Climate Goal: 90% Emissions Cut Amid Green Deal Push

The EU Council has reached agreement on amending the European climate law with updated emission targets. Member states approved maintaining the 90% emissions reduction goal for 2040 compared to 1990 levels. This sets the Council's position for upcoming negotiations with the European Parliament to finalize the legislation. The decision strengthens the EU's climate commitments under the European Green Deal framework.

Key Points: EU Council Agrees 2040 Climate Target Amendment to European Law

  • EU maintains 90% emissions reduction target for 2040 compared to 1990 levels
  • Council position sets stage for negotiations with European Parliament
  • Updated climate contribution to be submitted ahead of COP30 in Brazil
  • Biennial assessment introduced to track progress toward intermediate targets
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EU Council agrees position on amendment to European climate law

EU member states approve 90% emissions reduction target for 2040, updating climate law ahead of COP30 and strengthening European Green Deal commitments.

"The Council maintained the European Commission's proposal for an intermediate climate target for 2040 of a 90 per cent reduction - Xinhua News Agency"

Brussels, Nov 6

The Council of the European Union (EU) announced that member states had reached an agreement on amending the European climate law and approved updated 2035 emission-reduction targets for the EU and member states.

According to the document, the Council maintained the European Commission's proposal for an intermediate climate target for 2040 of a 90 per cent reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions compared to 1990 levels, Xinhua news agency reported.

The document sets out the Council's position for subsequent negotiations with the European Parliament that will shape the final text of the legislation.

It clarifies some areas of flexibility included in the Commission's proposal and introduces a biennial assessment to track progress towards intermediate targets.

On the same day, the Council also approved an updated nationally determined contribution of the EU and member states, which will be submitted ahead of COP30 in Brazil.

Adopted in 2021, the European climate law sets a climate neutrality target by 2050 and a 2030 objective of reducing net emissions by at least 55 per cent compared to 1990 levels.

The European Commission put forward a proposal in July to amend the law to set a 2040 target.

In 2019, the EU launched the European Green Deal as its growth strategy consisting of a package of policy initiatives, setting the EU on the path to a green transition, with the goal of reaching climate neutrality by 2050, putting social fairness and solidarity at its heart, leaving no person and no place behind.

Under the European Green Deal all policy areas are meant to contribute to fighting climate change and support measures across economic sectors covering energy, transport, industry, buildings, environment, agriculture, sustainable finance, circular economy, health and more

- IANS

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Rohit P
Developed countries like EU have historical responsibility for climate change. They should provide adequate climate finance and technology transfer to developing nations like India. The 90% reduction target is good but implementation matters more.
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Arjun K
India is already leading in renewable energy adoption. Our solar power capacity has grown tremendously. We should focus on our own path rather than following Western models blindly. 🌞
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Sarah B
The biennial assessment mentioned in the article is a good practice. India should also implement regular monitoring of our climate goals. Transparency is key to achieving real progress.
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Vikram M
Climate action needs to be practical. While EU sets these targets, we in India have to ensure our farmers and small industries aren't adversely affected. Sustainable development should be inclusive.
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Michael C
Respectfully, I think India should be more ambitious in its climate targets. While we have different development challenges, the climate crisis affects everyone equally. We need stronger commitments.

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