The 15 Percentage Points of Emissions Cuts That Change Everything

The EC's proposal to boost the EU’s 2030 emissions reduction target from 40% to "at least 55%" will be fought by industries and governments.  Brussels is proposing a major overhaul of EU climate policy that will reform rules for the forestry and agriculture sectors and expand the Emissions Trading System to also cover transport and building emissions.  In anticipation of opposition from industries and governments, the Commission argues that a climate neutral transition can only be accomplished with contributions from everyone and that the target is feasible.