A European energy [r]evolution

A near-total clean energy system could be ours by 2050, along with higher employment at every stage to 2030. But the EU must set a firm 2030 renewables target to guide the transition. Read the 2012 E[R] report

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Greenpeace European Unit is part of the international Greenpeace network, active in over 40 countries worldwide and with three million supporters. Based in Brussels, we monitor and analyse the work of the EU institutions, expose deficient EU policies and laws, and challenge EU decision-makers to implement progressive solutions. We value our independence and do not accept donations from governments, the EU, businesses or political parties.

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EU deal could discourage oil drilling in Arctic waters

Press release | February 21, 2013 at 14:44

Brussels, 21 February 2013 – Greenpeace has welcomed a preliminary agreement between the European Parliament and the Council over an EU law on oil and gas offshore drilling. If confirmed, the law could limit or even prevent oil drilling under...

Parliament lead Committee throws lifeline to ailing EU carbon market

Press release | February 19, 2013 at 10:08

Brussels, 19 February 2013 – European environmental NGOs today welcomed the European Parliament Environment Committee’s support for the proposal to temporarily curb the oversupply of emission allowances in the EU emissions trading scheme (ETS).

EU Ombudsman launches investigation into Commission’s alleged failure to curb...

Press release | February 14, 2013 at 10:30

Brussels - The European Ombudsman has launched an investigation into the European Commission's alleged failure to prevent conflicts of interest among staff as a result of the revolving door - where EU staff take up jobs with lobby firms and...

EU parliament votes to overhaul fisheries policy

Press release | February 6, 2013 at 10:59

Strasbourg/Brussels – A historic vote in the European Parliament in Strasbourg today has brought the prospect of a fast recovery of Europe’s fish stocks one step closer, according to Greenpeace.

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