The EU and partners have endorsed a Global Statement on Gender Equality and Climate Action at COP30, reaffirming that empowering women and girls is essential for effective, inclusive and ambitious climate action worldwide.
Directorate-General for Climate Action
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You’ve probably heard of COP – the big climate conference that takes place every year. Beyond the media reactions, what is COP really all about?
The Kyoto Registry will be in maintenance mode until December 8, 2025.
The Commission’s 2025 Climate Action Progress Report shows the EU cutting emissions again in 2024 and staying on track for 2030 climate goals. Progress is driven by clean energy and stronger policies, with rising investment and stepped-up action on adaptation and global climate finance.
The youth of today will experience the effects of climate change more profoundly and for longer than any other age group. It’s for this reason that young people around the world have long been calling for stronger, more decisive action to tackle the crisis…
The European Union’s endorsement reinforces the crucial role of cities and regions as key partners in delivering the Paris Agreement global goals
The EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change has launched 18 projects totalling €115 million, including flagship initiatives REGILIENCE+ and the National Adaptation Hubs, to scale up climate resilience solutions across 85+ regions and reinforce national-level adaptation governance.
Europe’s future competitiveness, prosperity and resilience will only be achieved with climate action based on working together across sectors and empowering communities.
The Commission will soon propose measures to ensure a smooth start of the new EU Emissions Trading System for road transport and buildings (ETS2), addressing price stability and investment needs. Plans include early auctions, an ETS2 Frontloading Facility, and stronger market-stability safeguards.
The EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony highlights the vital partnership between the EU and its cities and towns to deliver a better future for Europe