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Fit for 55: how the EU plans to revise energy taxation
The EU is working on the revision of the energy taxation directive which is expected to play an important role in the EU’s efforts towards a greener future.
Carbon removals
Removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is crucial for fighting climate change. EU rules establish a system for certifying carbon removal activities.
How is the EU financing the transition to climate neutrality?
How is the EU financing the transition to climate neutrality? The EU set the target of using 30% of its long-term budget for climate action.
Fit for 55: cutting methane emissions in fossil fuels
What do EU countries do about methane emissions? The EU has approved measures to reduce methane emissions in the energy sector.
Fit for 55: shifting from fossil gas to renewable and low-carbon gases
What is the hydrogen and decarbonised gas market package about? How will it help reach climate goals?
Industrial emissions
Industrial activities cause emissions of substances which harm human health and the environment. EU countries have set common rules to limit such harmful emissions.
Fit for 55: making buildings in the EU greener
Improving the energy performance of buildings is key to reach the EU's climate goals. By 2050, buildings in the EU should be zero-emission.
Industrial emissions directive: key figures
The industrial emissions directive covers 50 000 large industrial and livestock plants in EU countries to limit pollution.
Net-zero industry act: a benchmark for the manufacturing capacity of strategic net-zero technology products
Find out how the EU will scale up its manufacturing of clean technologies, and accelerate progress towards the transition to climate neutrality.
Fit for 55: how the EU plans to boost renewable energy
By 2050, most of the energy consumed in the EU will need to come from renewables. With its Fit for 55 package, the EU will boost the share of renewable energy by 2030.
