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📰 In this article by Patrick Schröder for Foreign Policy, he discusses how Europe can maintain its leadership in the green transition amidst the radically altered political climate following the European Parliament elections. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/d553BZhM

Go out and vote in the EU elections from 6-9 June! Your vote is more powerful than you might think. You can shape the future of European democracy and influence legislation that impacts everyone—from local communities to global enterprises. This election, your voice is crucial in advancing policies that combat the climate crisis and enhance our collective resilience. Much of our national environmental regulation—including standards for clean air, clean water, and pesticide use in food production—is determined by EU rules. By voting, you empower leaders who prioritise people, climate, and nature. Participating in democracy is more than just a right; it's a responsibility that each of us holds. It is a powerful voice that resonates through every law passed and every policy enacted. Vote for candidates committed to making both people and the planet a priority. Let’s ensure our voices are heard, and our votes work towards a sustainable and resilient future. For more information: https://lnkd.in/edKEQh6j #EuropeanElections2024 #VoteForClimate #YourVoteMatters #EUElections #Elections2024

Impact business leaders call for EU politicians to stand ground on Green Deal ahead of elections With European Parliament elections fast approaching, leaders from across Europe’s impact community publish an open letter calling on politicians not to give in to pressure groups lobbying for a U-turn on green policies. https://buff.ly/3UAudYY Business for a Better Tomorrow | Toby Gazeley | Euclid Network (EN) | Caroline NEYRON | Mouvement Impact France | Benoit Quittre | Kaya - Belgian Coalition of Ecopreneurs | Ecopreneur.eu - The European Sustainable Business Federation | Social Enterprise NL #EU #EuropeanParliament #GreenDeal #environment

Over the past weeks, several #European #political #parties have circulated draft versions of their #manifestos for the upcoming EU elections between 6-9 June. Euractiv walks you through the potential implications for #energy and #environment policy.

So, The Greens have taken a drubbing in the EU elections with support almost halving in Germany and France since 2019 😐 In short, the Green Deal is perceived as a Brussels-led agenda that seeks to impose unfair climate policies that hit poor households the hardest. This all feeds back to my recent talking points: 🌳 There will be no green transition without a Just Transition 🌳 Enact some form of carbon fee and dividend scheme to help people with the costs of decarbonisation 🌳 Start communicating in a way that resonates more intuitively with people outside the climate bubble 🌳 Stop demonising people with different political opinions and values (and don’t just stop doing it, stop thinking it) 🌳 Actively seek opportunities for reconciliation between different social and political groups, as this is the only way climate action will scale Earth will thank you for it 💚 🌍 https://lnkd.in/emrik_Nt

You can read my new article on the impacts of the election in the European Union on the European Green Deal at the link below

While the UK has been getting ready for a highly anticipated general election, the EU has been busy with its own European Parliament vote.   Continent-wide losses for green parties and a potential Labour victory at home could mean the UK and EU are once again pulling in different directions.   Read Madano’s take on what this divergence may mean for our shared net-zero goals and where the opportunities for UK businesses are: https://lnkd.in/eUT3At_3 #netzeropolicy #europeanelections #climatepolicy

Use your EU-vote against the Clexit!✅ On the 6th of June, we will be voting for the European Parliament—a crucial moment that will shape our sustainable future. In many aspects, the European Union is making significant progress in climate policies. The adoption of the Green Deal and its associated initiatives is yielding positive results. What have they accomplished thus far? 👍The EU has already reduced carbon emissions by 32% since 1990! 👍The implementation of a carbon price on imports from carbon-intensive industries. 👍Ban on single-use plastics And much more! For a sustainable economy and a healthy environment, we need a robust European coalition. However, polls indicate a strong shift towards the right, whose policies are not aligned with climate action. This significant shift to the right could lead to anti-climate policies dominating the parliament, resulting in a backlash for our climate ambitions. This could mean: 🛑Undermining the Green Deal framework. 🛑Weakening the targets for achieving a net-zero economy by 2050. 🛑Postponement of the Nature Restoration law Nevertheless, experts suggest that the majority of voters still support ambitious climate policies. Go use your vote, and avoid the next exit: climate exit! #useyourvote #euelections #thegreendeal #voteagainstclexit

🗳️ Only a few days to go until the EP elections!    Will the expected shift to the right negatively impact EU climate & energy policies?    Read my insights in ENDS Europe's article, written by Alexandra Warren ↓

This is an insightful analysis of impact of upcoming elections on the European Green Deal.