EU proposes sweeping ‘Fit for 55’ emissions reduction plan
By DW
15 July 2021 |
12:12 pm
Brussels has outlined its plan to reach a 55% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 on 1990 levels. The overarching goal is to make the EU carbon neutral by 2050 as part of the European Green Deal.
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