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Europe is facing more frequent and intense extreme weather — from heatwaves and floods to wildfires and storms. Climate change is driving these events, threatening health, nature, and the economy. Learn 5 key facts and how we can build resilience to protect our future.

The Commission has launched a public consultation on CO2 emission standards for cars and vans and the Car Labelling Directive. Citizens and stakeholders can help shape the EU’s path to cleaner vehicles, innovation and competitiveness. Feedback open until 29 September 2025.

The European Commission has launched the procurement process for the fourth common auction platform under the EU ETS. The platform will auction ETS1 and ETS2 allowances on behalf of Member States and EEA-EFTA countries, as well as allowances for key EU climate funds.

The EU is investing €852 million from the Innovation Fund in six breakthrough electric vehicle battery projects in France, Germany, Sweden and Poland. These strategic projects aim to boost clean tech manufacturing, cut emissions by 91 million tonnes and strengthen Europe’s industrial resilience.

The EU is investing €3.66 billion from emissions trading revenues to modernise energy systems in 9 Member States. The projects will cut emissions, boost energy efficiency and support cleaner, more resilient energy—advancing the EU's climate goals and strengthening energy autonomy.

The Commission has proposed an amendment to the EU Climate Law, setting a 2040 EU climate target of 90% reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions, compared to 1990 levels.

New Eurobarometer: Europeans see climate change as a top challenge, support stronger action, and back the EU’s role in leading the green transition.

Designed to accelerate the deployment of cutting-edge low-carbon technologies, the Fund has grown into a key flagship instrument of the EU’s climate and industrial policy.

This summer solstice, explore five key things to know about solar energy—Europe’s fastest-growing power source driving a cleaner and more secure energy future.

CINEA, the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency, was actively present at this year’s International Paris Air Show, reconnecting with partners from across the aviation innovation ecosystem.

The European Commission has published aggregated data from aerodrome pairs within the EEA for 2023 pursuant to Article 14(6) of the EU ETS Directive.

On 5 June 2025, Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra convened an Implementation Dialogue; a collaborative forum designed to bring together policymakers, industry representatives and civil society groups to discuss how new EU measures can be put into practice.

The Commission’s new evaluation of the Car Labelling Directive shows labels have empowered consumers and delivered net benefits. It calls for digital, harmonised labels and EV-specific info ahead of a 2026 review to drive zero-emission uptake.

The 2025 LIFE Awards spotlight climate innovation across Europe—from tackling desertification and restoring ecosystems to cutting harmful emissions and scaling circular solutions. These pioneering projects show how local climate action is shaping a greener, more resilient future for all.

The EU adopts new rules aligning aviation emissions monitoring with CORSIA, ensuring EEA-based operators offset international flight emissions for 2021–2026. The act supports sustainable aviation and reinforces the EU's climate commitments under the revised ETS Directive.

The European Commission and EIB have renewed support for innovative decarbonisation projects under the Innovation Fund. With a €90 million budget, the updated Project Development Assistance will help up to 250 projects from 2025–2028, boosting clean tech and industrial competitiveness across the EU.

During President Macron’s visit to Viet Nam, the EU and UK welcomed key progress under the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), including €547 million in new investment to boost grid capacity and launch Viet Nam’s first pumped storage project—advancing its path to net-zero by 2050.

The European Commission has unveiled the 2025 rules for calculating the price gap between kerosene and sustainable aviation fuels, key to boosting clean fuel use in aviation.

The EU is nearly on track to meet its 2030 climate and energy targets, thanks to stronger national plans and clear political commitment. With emissions set to fall by 54%, Europe is powering ahead with clean tech investment, resilience, and a competitive energy transition.