This paper outlines the common views of 11 NGOs, including Transport & Environment, for a sustainable bioenergy policy for the EU's 2020-2030 renewable energy policy framework . To ensure bioenergy is genuinely sustainable, comprehensive safeguards need to be introduced which check that bioenergy is truly low carbon, resource efficient and avoids negative consequences on biodiversity, soil, water, land use and people.
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The paper focuses on concerns related to the EU’s growing bioenergy use, which is being driven by EU climate and energy policies. The main asks in the paper are:
The proposal is expected to be released before the end of 2016.
The auto industry can become a lead market for low-carbon steel production in Europe if lawmakers set content requirements.
An ambitious uptake of green steel in cars by 2030 is feasible and can deliver significant climate benefits with limited costs for both industry and c...
Green and safety groups call on the EU to close the loophole allowing monster pickups to bypass EU safety and emissions standards