'Europe continues to lead the way': European Commission unveils its green economy vision for 2040

Michael Holder
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The European Commission has this week set out how it intends to achieve a 90 per cent cut in emissions by 2040, but the hugely ambitious plan is likely to face pushback from member states and MEPs

The second largest economy on the planet could be about to adopt one of the world's most ambitious net zero strategies, offering a major pitch to investors and voters alike that aims to inspire other countries...

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