Towards a green economy in Europe - EU environmental policy targets and objectives 2010-2050

  Available online: https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/towards-a-green-economy-in-europe

The 'green economy' has emerged as a priority in policy debate in recent years. But what does the concept mean in practice and how can decision-makers measure progress towards this strategic goal? This report provides some answers, presenting a detailed overview of the key objectives and targets in EU environmental policy and legislation for the period 2010…2050. It focuses on selected environmental and resource policy areas, specifically: energy; greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and ozone-depleting substances; air quality and air pollution; transport sector emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants; waste; water; sustainable consumption and production (SCP); chemicals; biodiversity and land use.

Language(s): English

ISBN (or other code): 978-92-9213-401-3

Tags: Environment and landscape ; Green economy ; Region VI - Europe Add tag