EU focus on climate and energy

NEW green energy targets took centre stage at the latest European Council meeting, outlining climate and energy policy for the EU to be reached by 2030.

A 40% cut in CO2 emissions, and a 27% increase in the use of renewable energy, is needed for the EU to once again become a global leader in climate policy.

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4 Dec, 2024 @ 15:39

Billion euro boost for green energy in Spain from European Investment Bank

2 Dec, 2024 @ 11:31

EU upholds a fishing ban in Spain to protect mating dolphins: 300 boats will be affected

29 Nov, 2024 @ 13:30

Conservation alarm raised in Gibraltar after four rare red foxes killed on the Rock’s roads this year – as a seldom-seen otter is also hit by a car

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