Manifesto for the European elections 2019
HISTORY After 25 years of successful work, the Intergroup on Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Development constitutes one of the longest standing and respected Intergroups in the European Parliament. Since its establishment in 1994, it has brought together Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) from all political groups and parliamentary …
At the frontline of climate change: Key changes in the Polar Regions that call for European action
On Wednesday 26 September 2018, Christel Schaldemose MEP, Chair of the “Polar Regions” Working Group of the EP Intergroup on “Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Development” hosted the event “At the frontline of climate change: Key changes in the Polar Regions that call for European action”. In the Arctic and Antarctic, dramatic physical changes …
Infinity War or a just transition? Joining forces for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) climate change and biodiversity targets
On 21 June, Ricardo Serrão Santos MEP, Chair of the “Biodiversity& Ecosystem Services” Working Group of the EP Intergroup on “Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Development” gathered stakeholders and policy-makers to discuss on: “Infinity War or a just transition? Joining forces for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) climate change and biodiversity …
Post COP21: Challenges and Chances for Renewable Energy and Bioenergy
Policy-makers and stakeholders gathered in the European Parliament on the 28th of September to discuss the important role of renewable energy sources with the Austrian Minister for Agriculture, Forestry, Environment and Water Management, Andrä Rupprechter outlining the Austrian vision for a real energy transition. The meeting entitled “Post COP21 Challenges …
Climate Change and the Arctic: The implications of the Paris Agreement for the Arctic Region
Policy-makers, representatives from the Arctic regions, civil society, and stakeholders were brought together by MEP Christel Schaldemose and MEP Anneli Jäätteenmäki at a breakfast meeting in the European Parliament to discuss climate change in the Arctic and assess the implications of the Paris Agreement for the Arctic, including the role …
Europe’s forests in the sustainability spotlight
“Sustainable forest management is an integral part of achieving a green economy” Elisabeth Köstinger, Member of European Parliament EU decision-makers and stakeholders gathered in the European Parliament to discuss sustainable forest management in Europe and the important role that forests play in establishing a bioeconomy, creating jobs and growth, …
Forest Landscapes: solutions for climate change mitigation
“Biodiversity matters for the functioning of forests today and as insurance for the future” Marielos Peña-Claris, Wageningen University EU decision-makers and stakeholders gathered in the European Parliament to discuss the ROBIN project, which highlights the pivotal role of tropical forests and the carbon and non-carbon benefits they provide. ROBIN …
Promoting partnerships in the European Overseas
“By sharing our experiences the European Overseas can make a significant contribution to the COP21 process and future commitments” Maurice Ponga Member of the European Parliament EU decision-makers and stakeholders gathered in the European Parliament to discuss the pivotal role of European Overseas and the significance they play in protecting …
The Role of Bioeconomy in Climate Change Mitigation
“The bioeconomy is an important step towards achieving sustainable development in the long-term” – Miapetra Kumpula-Natri, Member of the European Parliament The climate change mitigation potential of the bioeconomy is estimated at 2.5 billion tons CO2 equivalent per year by 2030. EU decision-makers and stakeholders gathered to stress …