Decarbonisation and climate protection
Energy generation from fossil fuels, particularly coal, is one of the most polluting activities in the EU, greatly affecting public health and nature and climate protection at a global scale.
Energy generation from fossil fuels, particularly coal, is one of the most polluting activities in the EU, greatly affecting public health and nature and climate protection at a global scale. The EEB is an active partner of the Beyond Fossil Fuel campaign, aiming a phase out of fossil fuel energy generation in Europe by 2035, with coal exiting the mix by latest 2030. The focus of the zero-pollution industry team relates to energy intensive industries (Iron and Steel, Cement and Chemicals). We also carry out advocacy activities focused on Just Transition and EU State aid, particularly concerning the use of public money, for example, remediation activities and supporting the industrial transformation.
We are engaged in the review of the Industrial Emissions Directive (see our dedicated briefings) and in related policy initiatives such as the Net Zero Industry Act to provide a real driving force towards a fully integrated approach on climate neutrality and zero pollution.
Potential daily external health cost savings achieved by using recognised techniques to reduce air pollution from EU coal plants
Could be saved every year by improving environmental performance at European coal power stations
