EU prepares for a grim future with new climate-proofing law
The Commission says it's not giving up on slashing emissions but acknowledges that's no longer enough.
The European Commission has unveiled a new Climate Resilience Law aimed at improving the bloc's response to mounting climate disasters such as extreme heat, supercharged storms, and worsening wildfires. The proposed legislation acknowledges that merely slashing emissions is insufficient, as climate extremes are wreaking havoc across the continent.
Governments are encouraged to take a 3C scenario into account when designing policies, budgets, and investments, and must carry out national climate risk assessments every five years starting in 2029. The regulation reflects the prevailing mood in the EU, with a deregulation agenda and national governments calling for fewer rules.
However, the proposed law is already raising eyebrows, with some critics questioning whether the plans are necessary.
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