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Comment: The dangers of ditching Europe's Green Deal


Published on 2025-02-17 11:20:49 - Reuters
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  • Remaining competitive is fundamental to Europe's future. And implementing the European Green Deal is the best mechanism to get there. Climate change and its costs to the economy are real and set to soar.

The article from Reuters discusses the potential risks associated with abandoning or scaling back the European Green Deal, a comprehensive plan aimed at making Europe climate-neutral by 2050. It highlights that reversing or diluting these environmental policies could lead to several negative outcomes: increased economic vulnerability due to reliance on fossil fuels, loss of competitive edge in the global green technology market, and failure to meet international climate commitments. The piece argues that the Green Deal not only addresses climate change but also fosters innovation, job creation, and energy independence. It warns that any retreat from these commitments could undermine investor confidence, disrupt the transition to a sustainable economy, and leave Europe lagging in the global race towards sustainability. The article emphasizes the importance of maintaining and possibly intensifying these green initiatives to ensure long-term economic stability and environmental health.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
[ https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/comment-dangers-ditching-europes-green-deal-2025-02-17/ ]
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