### 30. believes that the promotion of the europe brand in third countries must focus on the diversification of the eu’s offering in cultural and natural heritage , food and health , in cooperation with destinations and tour operators; ### 30. believes that the promotion of the europe brand in third countries must focus on the diversification of the eu’s offering in cultural and natural heritage , food and health , in cooperation with destinations and tour operators; takes the view that key destinations should be promoted , with a view to developing year-round tourism , as such destinations represent the main tourist attractions which are essential if the full range of tourist services is to be relaunched in the member states , in part on the basis of synergy with food and wine tourism , whose routes constitute a distinctive resource offering an innovative and sustainable product;


### 30. believes that the promotion of the europe brand in third countries must focus on the diversification of the eu’s offering in cultural and natural heritage , food and health , in cooperation with destinations and tour operators; ### 30. believes that the promotion of the europe brand in third countries must focus on the diversification of the eu’s offering in cultural and natural heritage , food and health , in cooperation with destinations and tour operators; takes the view that the objective must be to create specific itineraries to promote crafts and the places in which they are practised , as a response to the uniformisation of tourist services and the depopulation of many local communities and in order to promote local tourism;


### 31. calls on the commission to review the travel package directive and the air passenger rights regulation to take account of the effects of the recent crisis and prevent future legal uncertainty; ### 31. calls on the commission to review the travel package directive and the air passenger rights regulation to take account of the effects of the recent crisis and prevent future legal uncertainty; takes the view that all companies must offer travellers greater flexibility and fully uniform procedures when it comes to rescheduling travel , if necessary more than once and by means of straightforward procedures;


### 32. calls on the commission to create literacy programmes for senior executives in micro , small and medium-sized enterprises , giving them the skills to optimise their wealth-creating potential; ### 32. calls on the commission to create literacy programmes for senior executives in micro , small and medium-sized enterprises , giving them the skills to optimise their wealth-creating potential; takes the view that new skills and professions must be developed to meet new needs , through measures to foster integration between firms and the repositioning , in the light of international trends , of the whole european tourist industry , by making new tourist destinations and new tourist experiences available;


### 32. calls on the commission to create literacy programmes for senior executives in micro , small and medium-sized enterprises , giving them the skills to optimise their wealth-creating potential; ### 32. calls on the commission to create financial education and credit management programmes for senior executives in micro , small and medium-sized tourism enterprises , giving them the skills to optimise their wealth-creating potential; takes the view , further , that the training and support should also include information on the rights and the instruments available to businesspeople in connection with late payments and legal disputes with debtors;


### 34. calls on the commission to consider the outermost regions in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation; ### 34. calls on the commission to take into consideration the challenges of the mountainous , rural and insular areas and consider the outermost regions in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation;


### 34. calls on the commission to consider the outermost regions in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation; ### 34. calls on the commission to consider the outermost regions and landlocked , agricultural and mountain areas in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation;


### having regard to the treaty on the functioning of the european union , and in particular article 192(1) thereof , ### having regard to the treaty on the functioning of the european union , and in particular article 192(2) thereof ,


### (1) the commission has , in its communication of 11 december 2019 entitled ‘the european green deal’19 , set out a new growth strategy that aims to transform the union into a fair and prosperous society , with a modern , resource-efficient and competitive economy , where there are no net emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050 and where economic growth is decoupled from resource use. it also aims to protect , conserve and enhance the union's natural capital , and protect the health and well-being of citizens from environment-related risks and impacts. at the same time , this transition must be just and inclusive , leaving no one behind. ### (1) the commission has , in its communication of 11 december 2019 entitled ‘the european green deal’19 , set out a new growth strategy that aims to transform the union into a fair and prosperous society , with a modern , resource-efficient and competitive economy.


### (1) the commission has , in its communication of 11 december 2019 entitled ‘the european green deal’19 , set out a new growth strategy that aims to transform the union into a fair and prosperous society , with a modern , resource-efficient and competitive economy , where there are no net emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050 and where economic growth is decoupled from resource use. it also aims to protect , conserve and enhance the union's natural capital , and protect the health and well-being of citizens from environment-related risks and impacts. at the same time , this transition must be just and inclusive , leaving no one behind. ### (1) the commission has , in its communication of 11 december 2019 entitled ‘the european green deal’19 , set out a new growth strategy that aims to transform the union into a fair and prosperous society , with a modern , resource-efficient and competitive economy , where there are no net emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050 and where economic growth is decoupled from resource use. it also aims to protect , conserve and enhance the union's natural capital , and protect the health and well-being of citizens from environment-related risks and impacts. at the same time , this transition must be just and inclusive.


### (2) the intergovernmental panel on climate change’s (ipcc) special report on the impacts of global warming of 1.5 °c above pre-industrial levels and related global greenhouse gas emission pathways20 provides a strong scientific basis for tackling climate change and illustrates the need to step up climate action. it confirms that greenhouse gas emissions need to be urgently reduced , and that climate change needs to be limited to 1.5 °c , in particular to reduce the likelihood of extreme weather events. the intergovernmental science-policy platform on biodiversity and ecosystem services’ (ipbes) 2019 global assessment report21 showed worldwide erosion of biodiversity , with climate change as the third most important driver of biodiversity loss.22 ### deleted


### (2) the intergovernmental panel on climate change’s (ipcc) special report on the impacts of global warming of 1.5 °c above pre-industrial levels and related global greenhouse gas emission pathways20 provides a strong scientific basis for tackling climate change and illustrates the need to step up climate action. it confirms that greenhouse gas emissions need to be urgently reduced , and that climate change needs to be limited to 1.5 °c , in particular to reduce the likelihood of extreme weather events. the intergovernmental science-policy platform on biodiversity and ecosystem services’ (ipbes) 2019 global assessment report21 showed worldwide erosion of biodiversity , with climate change as the third most important driver of biodiversity loss.22 ### (2) the european union and its member states are fully committed to the paris agreement and its long-term goals , and call for urgently enhanced global ambition in light of the latest available science including the recent reports released by the intergovernmental panel on climate change (ipcc)20and the intergovernmental science-policy platform on biodiversity and ecosystem services’ (ipbes).


### (3) a fixed long-term objective is crucial to contribute to economic and societal transformation , jobs , growth , and the achievement of the united nations sustainable development goals , as well as to move in a fair and cost-effective manner towards the temperature goal of the 2015 paris agreement on climate change following the 21st conference of the parties to the united nations framework convention on climate change (the ‘paris agreement’). ### deleted


### (3) a fixed long-term objective is crucial to contribute to economic and societal transformation , jobs , growth , and the achievement of the united nations sustainable development goals , as well as to move in a fair and cost-effective manner towards the temperature goal of the 2015 paris agreement on climate change following the 21st conference of the parties to the united nations framework convention on climate change (the ‘paris agreement’). ### (3) a fixed long-term objective is crucial to contribute to enhancing just transformation , jobs , growth , and the achievement of the united nations sustainable development goals , as well as to reach in a fair , efficient and cost-effective manner the temperature goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°c above pre-industrial levels and pursuing efforts to limit it to 1 , 5°c above pre-industrial levels , as set out in the 2015 paris agreement on climate change following the 21st conference of the parties to the united nations framework


### (3) a fixed long-term objective is crucial to contribute to economic and societal transformation , jobs , growth , and the achievement of the united nations sustainable development goals , as well as to move in a fair and cost-effective manner towards the temperature goal of the 2015 paris agreement on climate change following the 21st conference of the parties to the united nations framework convention on climate change (the ‘paris agreement’). ### (3) a fixed long-term objective is important to contribute to economic and societal transformation , jobs , growth , and the achievement of the united nations sustainable development goals , as well as to move in a fair and cost-effective manner towards the temperature goal of the 2015 paris agreement on climate change following the 21st conference of the parties to the united nations framework convention on climate change (the ‘paris agreement’).


### (4) the paris agreement sets out a long-term goal to keep the global temperature increase to well below 2 °c above pre-industrial levels and to pursue efforts to keep it to 1.5 °c above pre-industrial levels23 , and stresses the importance of adapting to the adverse impacts of climate change24 and making finance flows consistent with a pathway towards low greenhouse gas emissions and climate-resilient development25 . ### (4) the paris agreement sets out a long-term goal to keep the global temperature increase to well below 2 °c above pre-industrial levels and to pursue efforts to keep it to 1.5 °c above pre-industrial levels23


### (5) the union’s and the member states’ climate action aims to protect people and the planet , welfare , prosperity , health , food systems , the integrity of eco-systems and biodiversity against the threat of climate change , in the context of the 2030 agenda for sustainable development and in pursuit of the objectives of the paris agreement , and to maximize prosperity within the planetary boundaries and to increase resilience and reduce vulnerability of society to climate change. ### (5) the union’s and the member states’ climate action aims to protect people , welfare , prosperity , health , food systems , the integrity of eco-systems and biodiversity in the context of the 2030 agenda for sustainable development and in pursuit of the objectives of the paris agreement , and to maximize prosperity.


### (5) the union’s and the member states’ climate action aims to protect people and the planet , welfare , prosperity , health , food systems , the integrity of eco-systems and biodiversity against the threat of climate change , in the context of the 2030 agenda for sustainable development and in pursuit of the objectives of the paris agreement , and to maximize prosperity within the planetary boundaries and to increase resilience and reduce vulnerability of society to climate change. ### (5) the union’s and the member states’ climate action aims to protect people and the planet , welfare , prosperity , health , food systems , the integrity of eco-systems and biodiversity against the threat of climate change , in the context of the 2030 agenda for sustainable development and in pursuit of the objectives of the paris agreement; it also seeks to maximize prosperity , increase resilience and reduce vulnerability of society to climate change , bearing in mind also the economic fallout of the covid-19 pandemic and the resulting recession.


### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective. ### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors , including aviation and maritime transport. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. nuclear energy plays a role in meeting the objective of climate neutrality at eu level by 2050 , as the second largest source of low-carbon electricity production globally (after hydropower). failure to invest in this technology will make the low carbon transition significantly harder and more costly. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are the main drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective. it remains crucial not to exclude a priori certain technologies.


### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective. ### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective , while providing adequate eu financial support mechanisms.


### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective. ### (6) in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market which includes diversified sources of clean energy such as nuclear energy. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective.


### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective. ### (6) achieving climate neutrality requires all economic sectors , including aviation and maritime transport , to reduce their emissions to close to zero. the polluter pays principle should be a key factor in that regard. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective. this will not be achieved without adequate additional funding for research and implementation.


### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective. ### (6) achieving climate neutrality necessarily requires an impact assessment of every measure on all economic sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to an environmentally and economically sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is needed. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective.


### (8) in addition , the commission has , in its communication of 28 november of 2018 entitled ‘a clean planet for all: a european strategic long-term vision for a prosperous , modern , competitive and climate-neutral economy’ , presented a vision for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050 through a socially-fair and cost-efficient transition. ### deleted


### (9) the union has , through the ‘clean energy for all europeans’ package29 been pursuing an ambitious decarbonisation agenda notably by constructing a robust energy union , which includes 2030 goals for energy efficiency and deployment of renewable energy in directives 2012/27/eu30 and (eu) 2018/200131 of the european parliament and of the council , and by reinforcing relevant legislation , including directive 2010/31/eu of the european parliament and of the council32 . ### (9) the union has , through the ‘clean energy for all europeans’ package29been pursuing an ambitious decarbonisation agenda aiming towards climate neutrality notably by constructing a robust energy union , which includes 2030 goals for energy efficiency and deployment of renewable energy in directives 2012/27/eu30 and (eu) 2018/200131 of the european parliament and of the council , and by reinforcing relevant legislation , including directive 2010/31/eu of the european parliament and of the council32.


### (10) the union is a global leader in the transition towards climate neutrality , and is determined to help raise global ambition and to strengthen the global response to climate change , using all tools at its disposal , including climate diplomacy. ### (10) climate change is a global challenge , which requires international cooperation and similar efforts from various parties. the union is a global leader in the transition towards climate neutrality , and is determined to help raise global ambition and to strengthen the global response to climate change , using all tools at its disposal , including climate diplomacy. a realistic approach which actually fosters sustainable , competitive growth and prosperity is crucial.


### (10) the union is a global leader in the transition towards climate neutrality , and is determined to help raise global ambition and to strengthen the global response to climate change , using all tools at its disposal , including climate diplomacy. ### (10) the union is a global leader in the transition towards climate neutrality and is determined to achieve it in a cost-effective , just , socially balanced and fair manner , as well as help raise global ambition and to strengthen the global response to climate change , using all tools at its disposal , including climate diplomacy.


### (11) the european parliament called for the necessary transition to a climate-neutral society by 2050 at the latest and for this to be made into a european success story33 and has declared a climate and environment emergency34 . the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 201935 , has agreed on the objective of achieving a climate-neutral union by 2050 , in line with the objectives of the paris agreement , while also recognising that it is necessary to put in place an enabling framework and that the transition will require significant public and private investment. the european council also invited the commission to prepare a proposal for the union’s long-term strategy as early as possible in 2020 with a view to its adoption by the council and its submission to the united nations framework convention on climate change. ### (11) the european parliament called for the necessary transition to a climate-neutral society by 205033 . the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 201935 , has agreed on the objective of achieving a climate-neutral union by 2050 , in line with the objectives of the paris agreement , while also recognising that it is necessary to put in place an enabling framework and that the transition will require significant public and private investment. the european council also invited the commission to prepare a proposal for the union’s long-term strategy as early as possible in 2020 with a view to its adoption by the council and its submission to the united nations framework convention on climate change.


### (11) the european parliament called for the necessary transition to a climate-neutral society by 2050 at the latest and for this to be made into a european success story33and has declared a climate and environment emergency34. the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 201935 , has agreed on the objective of achieving a climate-neutral union by 2050 , in line with the objectives of the paris agreement , while also recognising that it is necessary to put in place an enabling framework and that the transition will require significant public and private investment. the european council also invited the commission to prepare a proposal for the union’s long-term strategy as early as possible in 2020 with a view to its adoption by the council and its submission to the united nations framework convention on climate change. ### (11) before the covid-19 pandemic , the european parliament called for a transition to a climate-neutral society by 2050 at the latest and for this to be made into a european success story33 and has declared a climate and environment emergency34 . the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 201935 , has agreed on the objective of achieving a climate-neutral union by 2050 , in line with the objectives of the paris agreement , while also recognising that it is necessary to put in place an enabling framework and that the transition will require significant public and private investment. the european council also invited the commission to prepare a proposal for the union’s long-term strategy as early as possible in 2020 with a view to its adoption by the council and its submission to the united nations framework convention on climate change.


### (11) the european parliament called for the necessary transition to a climate-neutral society by 2050 at the latest and for this to be made into a european success story33 and has declared a climate and environment emergency34 . the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 201935 , has agreed on the objective of achieving a climate-neutral union by 2050 , in line with the objectives of the paris agreement , while also recognising that it is necessary to put in place an enabling framework and that the transition will require significant public and private investment. the european council also invited the commission to prepare a proposal for the union’s long-term strategy as early as possible in 2020 with a view to its adoption by the council and its submission to the united nations framework convention on climate change. ### (11) the european parliament called for the necessary transition to a climate-neutral society by 2050 at the latest and for this to be made into a european success story33 and has declared a climate and environment emergency34. the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 201935 , has endorsed the objective of collectively achieving a climate-neutral union by 2050 , in line with the objectives of the paris agreement , while also recognising that it is necessary to put in place an enabling framework and that the transition will require significant public and private investment. the european council also invited the commission to prepare a proposal for the union’s long-term strategy as early as possible in 2020 with a view to its adoption by the council and its submission to the united nations framework convention on climate change.


### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective. ### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050.


### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective. ### (12) the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective.


### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective. ### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases at eu level by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective.


### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective. ### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between reported anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. all member states should collectively contribute to the fulfilment of the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective , based on their national circumstances and the availability of support , taking into account the gdp per capita and starting points , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures , as well as instruments , at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective.


### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective. ### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union from 2050 , in line with the priority objective of economic recovery. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective.


### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective. ### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union from 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective.


### (13) the union should continue its climate action and international climate leadership after 2050 , in order to protect people and the planet against the threat of dangerous climate change , in pursuit of the temperature goals set out in the paris agreement and following the scientific recommendations of the ipcc. ### deleted


### (13) the union should continue its climate action and international climate leadership after 2050 , in order to protect people and the planet against the threat of dangerous climate change , in pursuit of the temperature goals set out in the paris agreement and following the scientific recommendations of the ipcc. ### (13) the union should continue its climate action and international climate leadership after 2050 , in order to protect people and the planet against the threat of dangerous climate change , in pursuit of the temperature goals set out in the paris agreement.


### (13) the union should continue its climate action and international climate leadership after 2050 , in order to protect people and the planet against the threat of dangerous climate change , in pursuit of the temperature goals set out in the paris agreement and following the scientific recommendations of the ipcc. ### (13) the union should continue its climate action and international climate leadership after 2050 , in order to protect people and the planet against the threat of dangerous climate change , in pursuit of the temperature goal set out in the paris agreement and following the scientific recommendations of the ipcc.


### (15) in taking the relevant measures at union and national level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective , member states and the european parliament , the council and the commission should take into account the contribution of the transition to climate neutrality to the well-being of citizens , the prosperity of society and the competitiveness of the economy; energy and food security and affordability; fairness and solidarity across and within member states considering their economic capability , national circumstances and the need for convergence over time; the need to make the transition just and socially fair; best available scientific evidence , in particular the findings reported by the ipcc; the need to integrate climate change related risks into investment and planning decisions; cost-effectiveness and technological neutrality in achieving greenhouse gas emissions reductions and removals and increasing resilience; progression over time in environmental integrity and level of ambition. ### (15) the european parliament , the council and the commission should take into account the contribution of the transition to climate neutrality to the well-being of citizens , the prosperity of society and the competitiveness of the economy; energy and food security and affordability; fairness and solidarity across and within member states considering their economic capability , national circumstances and the need for convergence over time; the need to make the transition just and socially fair; best available scientific evidence; the need to integrate climate change related risks into investment and planning decisions; cost-effectiveness and technological neutrality in achieving greenhouse gas emissions reductions and removals and increasing resilience;


### (15) in taking the relevant measures at union and national level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective , member states and the european parliament , the council and the commission should take into account the contribution of the transition to climate neutrality to the well-being of citizens , the prosperity of society and the competitiveness of the economy; energy and food security and affordability; fairness and solidarity across and within member states considering their economic capability , national circumstances and the need for convergence over time; the need to make the transition just and socially fair; best available scientific evidence , in particular the findings reported by the ipcc; the need to integrate climate change related risks into investment and planning decisions; cost-effectiveness and technological neutrality in achieving greenhouse gas emissions reductions and removals and increasing resilience; progression over time in environmental integrity and level of ambition. ### (15) in taking the relevant measures at union and national level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective , member states and the european parliament , the council and the commission should take into account the different starting points of member states , the various national circumstances and support available , as well as , the contribution of the transition to climate neutrality to the well-being of citizens , the prosperity of society and the competitiveness of the economy; energy and food security and affordability whilst particularly taking into account the need to combat energy poverty; fairness and solidarity across and within member states considering their economic capability , national circumstances and the need for convergence over time; the need to make the transition just and socially fair in accordance with 2015 international labour organization's guidelines for a just transition towards environmentally sustainable economies and societies for all.


### (16) the transition to climate neutrality requires changes across the entire policy spectrum and a collective effort of all sectors of the economy and society , as illustrated by the commission in its communication ‘the european green deal’. the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 2019 , stated that all relevant union legislation and policies need to be consistent with , and contribute to , the fulfilment of the climate-neutrality objective while respecting a level playing field , and invited the commission to examine whether this requires an adjustment of the existing rules. ### (16) the transition to climate neutrality requires changes across the entire policy spectrum and a collective effort of all sectors of the economy and society. the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 2019 , stated that all relevant union legislation and policies need to be consistent with , and contribute to , the fulfilment of the climate-neutrality objective while respecting a level playing field , and invited the commission to examine whether this requires an adjustment of the existing rules.


### (16) the transition to climate neutrality requires changes across the entire policy spectrum and a collective effort of all sectors of the economy and society , as illustrated by the commission in its communication ‘the european green deal’. the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 2019 , stated that all relevant union legislation and policies need to be consistent with , and contribute to , the fulfilment of the climate-neutrality objective while respecting a level playing field , and invited the commission to examine whether this requires an adjustment of the existing rules. ### (16) the transition to climate neutrality requires gradual and progressive change across the entire policy spectrum and a collective effort of all sectors of the economy and society. the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 2019 , stated that all relevant union legislation and policies need to be consistent with , and contribute to , the fulfilment of the climate-neutrality objective while respecting a level playing field , and invited the commission to examine whether this requires an adjustment of the existing rules.


### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990. ### deleted


### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990. ### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive and robust impact assessment , taking into account the socio-economic impact of the covid-19-crisis and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended.


### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990. ### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission intends , based on a comprehensive impact assessment and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , to review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels , additionally providing information on the reported union-wide emissions and removals projected for 2030. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it intends to make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission intends , by 30 june 2021 , to assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended. the union confirms its target to reduce emissions by at least 40% compared to 1990 by 2030 and will consider raising its target only in a joint effort where all major emitters reach a comparable level of ambition.


### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990. ### (17) the covid-19 containment measures will trigger the sharpest economic downturn since the great depression. achieving climate neutrality within the timeframe set by the european council would have a pro-cyclical effect at a time when it is of paramount importance to implement robust anti-cyclical policies. for this reason , achievement of climate neutrality must take second place to full economic recovery in all member states. by december 2021 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment that takes into account the medium to long-term socio-economic consequences of the pandemic , as well as its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target that are more in line with the new economic reality of europe and the world. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990.


### (18) to ensure the union and the member states remain on track to achieve the climate-neutrality objective and progress on adaptation , the commission should regularly assess progress. should the collective progress made by member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation be insufficient or union measures inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience or reduce vulnerability , the commission should take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties. the commission should also regularly assess relevant national measures , and issue recommendations where it finds that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change. ### deleted


### (18) to ensure the union and the member states remain on track to achieve the climate-neutrality objective and progress on adaptation , the commission should regularly assess progress. should the collective progress made by member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation be insufficient or union measures inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience or reduce vulnerability , the commission should take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties. the commission should also regularly assess relevant national measures , and issue recommendations where it finds that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change. ### (18) to ensure the union and the member states remain on track to achieve the climate-neutrality objective at eu level and progress on adaptation , the commission should regularly assess progress. should the collective progress made by member states towards the achievement of their long-term strategies or on adaptation be insufficient or union measures inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective at eu level or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience or reduce vulnerability , the commission should take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties. the commission should also regularly assess relevant national measures , and issue recommendations where it finds that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with their long-term strategies or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change.


### (18) to ensure the union and the member states remain on track to achieve the climate-neutrality objective and progress on adaptation , the commission should regularly assess progress. should the collective progress made by member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation be insufficient or union measures inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience or reduce vulnerability , the commission should take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties. the commission should also regularly assess relevant national measures , and issue recommendations where it finds that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change. ### (18) to ensure the union and the member states remain on track to achieve the climate-neutrality objective and progress on adaptation , the commission should regularly assess progress and gaps in required support. should the collective progress made by member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation be insufficient or union measures inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience or reduce vulnerability , the commission should take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties. the commission should also regularly assess relevant national measures , and issue recommendations where it finds that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change.


### (19) the commission should ensure a robust and objective assessment based on the most up to date scientific , technical and socio-economic findings , and representative of a broad range of independent expertise , and base its assessment on relevant information including information submitted and reported by member states , reports of the european environment agency , best available scientific evidence , including the reports of the ipcc. given that the commission has committed to exploring how the eu taxonomy can be used in the context of the european green deal by the public sector , this should include information on environmentally sustainable investment , by the union and member states , consistent with regulation (eu) 2020/… [taxonomy regulation] when such information becomes available. the commission should use european statistics and data where available and seek expert scrutiny. the european environment agency should assist the commission , as appropriate and in accordance with its annual work programme. ### deleted


### (20) as citizens and communities have a powerful role to play in driving the transformation towards climate neutrality forward , strong public and social engagement on climate action should be facilitated. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society to enable and empower them to take action towards a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society , including through launching a european climate pact. ### deleted


### (20) as citizens and communities have a powerful role to play in driving the transformation towards climate neutrality forward , strong public and social engagement on climate action should be facilitated. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society to enable and empower them to take action towards a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society , including through launching a european climate pact. ### (20) citizens and communities are suffering the socio-economic effects of the transformation towards climate neutrality. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society by drawing on the multilevel climate and energy dialogues as set up by the member states in accordance with article 11 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 and for the purposes of this regulation also.


### (20) as citizens and communities have a powerful role to play in driving the transformation towards climate neutrality forward , strong public and social engagement on climate action should be facilitated. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society to enable and empower them to take action towards a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society , including through launching a european climate pact. ### (20) as citizens and communities , as well as regions , have a powerful role to play in driving a just and fair transformation towards climate neutrality forward , strong public and social engagement on climate action should be facilitated. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society to enable and empower them to take action towards a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society , including through launching a european climate pact.


### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission to set out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050. it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. ### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers in a gradual transition to climate neutrality to ensure over time gradual reduction and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , the commission , while setting out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050 , should submit appropriate legislative proposals to the european parliament and the council.


### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission to set out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050. it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. ### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , the commission should assess the options for a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions at eu level by 2050. consequently , the commission can bring forward legislative proposals to the european parliament and the council , where appropriate.


### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission to set out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050. it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. ### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts.


### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission to set out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050. it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37. in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. ### (21) in order to provide predictability and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , each member state should , as part of its long-term strategy under article 15 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , set out an indicative trajectory for progressively reducing net greenhouse gas emissions in the union aiming at a zero rate - in line with future macroeconomic scenarios - from 2050.


### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission to set out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050. it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. ### (21) in order to maintain the credibility of the union’s leadership in the field of climate change , as well as to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , the power to determine the emission reduction targets has to be exercised with the full participation of all key union institutions i.e. after a thorough impact assessment , via legislative procedure , and following the strategic guidance given by the european council.


### (23) climate change is by definition a trans-boundary challenge and a coordinated action at union level is needed to effectively supplement and reinforce national policies. since the objectives of this regulation , namely to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 , cannot be sufficiently achieved by the member states alone , but can rather , by reason of the scale and effects , be better achieved at union level , the union may adopt measures , in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in article 5 of the treaty on european union. in accordance with the principle of proportionality , as set out in that article , this regulation does not go beyond what is necessary to achieve those objectives , ### (23) climate change is by definition a trans-boundary challenge and a coordinated action at global level is needed to effectively supplement and reinforce climate policies. therefore , it will be disadvantageous for the union to sacrifice its competitiveness on the world stage by reducing carbon emissions , if other major global actors refuse to follow-up such policy.


### this regulation establishes a framework for the irreversible and gradual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhancement of removals by natural or other sinks in the union. ### this regulation establishes a framework for the gradual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the union.


### this regulation establishes a framework for the irreversible and gradual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhancement of removals by natural or other sinks in the union. ### this regulation establishes a framework for the irreversible and gradual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhancement of removals by natural or other sinks at eu level.


### this regulation establishes a framework for the irreversible and gradual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhancement of removals by natural or other sinks in the union. ### this regulation establishes a framework for the progressive and gradual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhancement of removals by natural or other sinks in the union.


### this regulation sets out a binding objective of climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in pursuit of the long-term temperature goal set out in article 2 of the paris agreement , and provides a framework for achieving progress in pursuit of the global adaptation goal established in article 7 of the paris agreement. ### deleted


### this regulation sets out a binding objective of climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in pursuit of the long-term temperature goal set out in article 2 of the paris agreement , and provides a framework for achieving progress in pursuit of the global adaptation goal established in article 7 of the paris agreement. ### this regulation sets out a binding objective of climate neutrality at eu level by 2050 in pursuit of the long-term temperature goal set out in article 2 of the paris agreement , and provides a framework for achieving progress in pursuit of the global adaptation goal established in article 7 of the paris agreement.


### this regulation sets out a binding objective of climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in pursuit of the long-term temperature goal set out in article 2 of the paris agreement , and provides a framework for achieving progress in pursuit of the global adaptation goal established in article 7 of the paris agreement. ### this regulation sets out an indicative objective of climate neutrality in the union , in line with macroeconomic recovery from 2050 , in pursuit of the long-term temperature goal set out in article 2 of the paris agreement , and provides a framework for achieving progress in pursuit of the global adaptation goal established in article 7 of the paris agreement.


### this regulation applies to anthropogenic emissions and removals by natural or other sinks of the greenhouse gases listed in part 2 of annex v to regulation (eu) 2018/1999. ### deleted


### 1. union-wide emissions and removals of greenhouse gases regulated in union law shall be balanced at the latest by 2050 , thus reducing emissions to net zero by that date. ### deleted


### 1. union-wide emissions and removals of greenhouse gases regulated in union law shall be balanced at the latest by 2050 , thus reducing emissions to net zero by that date. ### 1. union-wide emissions and removals of greenhouse gases regulated in union law shall be balanced as an essential objective , following complete economic recovery from the fallout of the disastrous covid-19 pandemic , which the eu proposes to achieve from 2050 onwards.


### 1. union-wide emissions and removals of greenhouse gases regulated in union law shall be balanced at the latest by 2050 , thus reducing emissions to net zero by that date. ### 1. reported union-wide emissions and removals of greenhouse gases regulated in union law shall be balanced in the union at the latest by 2050 , thus reducing emissions to net zero by that date.


### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states. ### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective at eu level set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states , the principle of cost-efficiency and member states' potential for co2 storage.


### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states. ### 2. the member states are advised to take necessary measures at national level , to enable the collective achievement of the climate objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states and in accordance with the level of their economic recovery following the covid-19 crisis.


### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states. ### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states taking care not to undermine territorial cohesion and homogeneous regional growth in the member states.


### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states. ### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures and provide support at union and national level as appropriate , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states , as well as the enhancement of a just transition.


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### deleted


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### 3. by september 2020 , based on a comprehensive and robust impact assessment which takes into account the socio-economic impact of the covid-19-crisis , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate.


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 and in synergy with the economic recovery following the covid-19 crises respectively by each member state. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate.


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### 3. by september 2020 , the commission may review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) and the new eu social and economic reality following the crisis triggered by the covid-19 pandemic containment measures , and explore options for a new 2030 emissions target more in line with the new economic reality. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate.


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### 3. the commission shall prepare a thorough impact assessment in preparation for a review of the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) ,including information on the reported union-wide emissions and removals projected for 2030 , and explore options for a new 2030 target. the impact assessment shall cover the impacts on the eu , member states and on sectoral levels.


### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in order to enable the achievement of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared to 1990 and to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties. ### deleted


### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in order to enable the achievement of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared to 1990 and to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties. ### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended and to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties.


### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in order to enable the achievement of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared to 1990 and to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties. ### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how all of the union legislation relevant for the fulfilment of union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in order to reinforce protection against carbon leakage , through the introduction of a carbon border adjustment mechanism , and to mobilise adequate resources for all investments necessary to reach this target. the commission shall in particular evaluate the options for how emissions from all sectors can contribute to the 2030 target and the 2050 climate-neutrality objective.


### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in order to enable the achievement of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared to 1990 and to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties. ### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in line with emerging eu macroeconomic realities in order to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties.


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### deleted


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### 1. while setting out the greenhouse emission trajectory at the european union level aiming at achieving net zero greenhouse emissions until 2050 , the european commission shall present to parliament european and council relevant legislative proposals. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory.


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### 1. the commission shall assess the options for a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective at eu level set out in article 2(1) until 2050 and bring forward legislative proposals where appropriate. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory and bring forward legislative proposals where appropriate.


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### 1. the commission shall conduct a regular assessment of progress made collectively by the member states to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050.


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### 1. each member state shall , as part of its long-term strategy under article 15 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , set an indicative trajectory to achieve the objective set out in article 2(1).


### 2. the trajectory shall start from the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(3). ### deleted


### 3. when setting a trajectory in accordance with paragraph 1 , the commission shall consider the following: ### 3. when setting a trajectory in accordance with paragraph 1 , the member states shall focus primarily but not exclusively on the following:


### 3. when setting a trajectory in accordance with paragraph 1 , the commission shall consider the following: ### 3. in a comprehensive impact assessment , the commission shall consider the following:


### cost-effectiveness and economic efficiency; ### cost-effectiveness and economic efficiency , including adjustment costs


### cost-effectiveness and economic efficiency; ### deleted


### competiveness of the union’s economy; ### competitiveness within the union and on the international markets , with a focus on micro-enterprises and smes;


### best available technology; ### best available technology and its commercial availability with a view to promoting the marketing thereof;


### investment needs and opportunities; ### investment needs and opportunities , including level of the available financial support from the eu's funds;


### investment needs and opportunities; ### overall needs and every investment opportunity;


### international developments and efforts undertaken to achieve the long-term objectives of the paris agreement and the ultimate objective of the united nations framework convention on climate change; ### deleted


### international developments and efforts undertaken to achieve the long-term objectives of the paris agreement and the ultimate objective of the united nations framework convention on climate change; ### international and global developments and efforts undertaken to achieve the long-term objectives of the paris agreement and the ultimate objective of the united nations framework convention on climate change;


### the best available and most recent scientific evidence , including the latest reports of the ipcc. ### deleted


### the best available and most recent scientific evidence , including the latest reports of the ipcc. ### the best available and most recent scientific evidence , and the latest reports of the ipcc , aside from rcp 8.5-based models .


### the best available and most recent scientific evidence , including the latest reports of the ipcc. ### the best available and most recent scientific and statistical evidence , including the latest reports of the ipcc.


### by 30 september 2023 , and every 5 years thereafter , the commission shall assess , together with the assessment foreseen under article 29(5) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999: ### by 31 october 2031 , and every 5 years thereafter , the commission shall assess , together with the assessment foreseen under article 29(5) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999:


### the collective progress made by all member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the collective progress made by all member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) and based on the criteria set out in article 3(3);


### the collective progress made by all member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the collective progress made by all member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1);


### the commission shall submit the conclusions of that assessment , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , to the european parliament and to the council. ### the commission shall submit the conclusions of that assessment , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 and a report on regional development , territorial cohesion and economic recovery , to the european parliament and to the council.


### the commission shall submit the conclusions of that assessment , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , to the european parliament and to the council. ### the commission shall submit these assessments and their conclusions , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , to the european parliament and to the council , and shall make them publicly available.


### 2. by 30 september 2023 , and every 5 years thereafter , the commission shall review: ### 2. by 31 october 2031 , and every 5 years thereafter , the commission shall review:


### the consistency of union measures with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the consistency of union measures with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1)


### the consistency of union measures with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the consistency of union measures with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1);


### 3. where , based on the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 , the commission finds that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , it shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties , at the same time as the review of the trajectory referred to in article 3(1). ### 3. where , based on the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 , the commission finds that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , incompatible with the economic sustainability or competitiveness of the union and its member states compared with third countries or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , it shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties.


### 3. where , based on the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 , the commission finds that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , it shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties , at the same time as the review of the trajectory referred to in article 3(1). ### 3. where , based on the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 , the commission finds that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , it shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties.


### 4. the commission shall assess any draft measure or legislative proposal in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) before adoption , and include this analysis in any impact assessment accompanying these measures or proposals , and make the result of that assessment public at the time of adoption. ### 4. the commission shall assess any draft measure or legislative proposal before adoption in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , together with the objective of economic recovery in the union and the member states , territorial cohesion and regional development , in a bid to achieve a fair and balanced solution; and include this analysis in any impact assessment accompanying these measures or proposals , and make the result of that assessment public at the time of adoption


### 4. the commission shall assess any draft measure or legislative proposal in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) before adoption , and include this analysis in any impact assessment accompanying these measures or proposals , and make the result of that assessment public at the time of adoption. ### 4. the commission shall assess any draft measure or legislative proposal in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) before adoption and include this analysis in any impact assessment accompanying these measures or proposals , and make the result of that assessment public at the time of adoption.


### article 6 ### deleted


### 1. by 30 september 2023 , and every 5 years , thereafter the commission shall assess: ### deleted


### by 30 september 2023 , and every 5 years , thereafter the commission shall assess: ### by 31 october 2031 , and every 5 years , thereafter the commission shall assess:


### the consistency of national measures identified , on the basis of the national energy and climate plans or the biennial progress reports submitted in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , as relevant for the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the consistency of national measures with member states' long-term strategies , on the basis of the national energy and climate plans or the biennial progress reports submitted in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , identified as relevant for the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1);


### the consistency of national measures identified , on the basis of the national energy and climate plans or the biennial progress reports submitted in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , as relevant for the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the consistency of national measures identified , on the basis of the national energy and climate plans or the biennial progress reports submitted in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , as relevant for the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , economic recovery , territorial cohesion and regional development , as expressed by the relevant trajectory referred to in article 3(1);


### the consistency of national measures identified , on the basis of the national energy and climate plans or the biennial progress reports submitted in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , as relevant for the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the consistency of national measures identified , on the basis of the national energy and climate plans or the biennial progress reports submitted in accordance with regulation(eu) 2018/1999 , as relevant for the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1);


### 2. where the commission finds , under due consideration of the collective progress assessed in accordance with article 5(1) , that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , it may issue recommendations to that member state. the commission shall make such recommendations publicly available. ### 2. where the commission finds , under due consideration of the collective progress assessed in accordance with article 5(1) , that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with their long-term strategies or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , it may issue recommendations to that member state. the commission shall make such recommendations publicly available.


### 2. where the commission finds , under due consideration of the collective progress assessed in accordance with article 5(1) , that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , it may issue recommendations to that member state. the commission shall make such recommendations publicly available. ### 2. where the commission finds , under due consideration of the collective progress assessed in accordance with article 5(1) , that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with climate neutrality objectives in line with economic recovery , territorial cohesion and regional development as expressed by the corresponding trajectory referred to in article 3(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , it may issue recommendations to that member state or adopt funding initiatives to help it achieve the above objectives. the commission shall make such recommendations publicly available.