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Greece Champions 2040 Climate Goal at EU Meeting

7/13/2025

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At the EU environment ministers’ meeting in Aalborg, Denmark, Greece’s Environment Minister, Stavros Papastavrou, passionately endorsed the ambitious 2040 climate goal of slashing greenhouse gas emissions by 90%. He emphasized Greece's remarkable transition from lignite to 60% renewable energy, calling for practical solutions that balance environmental goals with the needs of households and businesses, ensuring equity for every community.

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At the EU environment ministers’ meeting in Aalborg, Denmark, Greece’s Environment Minister, Stavros Papastavrou, passionately endorsed the ambitious 2040 climate goal of slashing greenhouse gas emissions by 90%. He emphasized Greece's remarkable transition from lignite to 60% renewable energy, calling for practical solutions that balance environmental goals with the needs of households and businesses, ensuring equity for every community.