Navigating the European Green Deal: Towards Climate Neutrality

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Navigating the European Green Deal: Towards Climate Neutrality

Learning objective

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand the EU's climate goals, the European Green Deal, and the impact of recent geopolitical events on these policies.

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What do you already know about the EU's climate goals?

The European Green Deal

The Green Deal is the EU's strategy to become climate-neutral by 2050, aiming for a sustainable economy.

European Climate Law

A binding commitment to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, with a 55% emissions cut by 2030.

Fit for 55 Package

Proposes revisions to climate, energy, and transport laws to meet the 2030 emissions target.

Hydrogen & Decarbonised Gas Market Package

Aims to integrate hydrogen and decarbonised gases into the energy market.

Impact of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

Prompted updates to EU policies to reduce dependence on Russian fossil fuels.

The REPowerEU Plan

Aims to end EU reliance on Russian fossil fuels while advancing climate goals.

Conclusion & Discussion

Reflect on the EU's climate strategy and discuss potential challenges and opportunities.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.