Parliament Improves its Environmental Performance
26 November 2024
The European Parliament has taken a significant step towards improving its environmental performance by adopting a new set of measures that will reduce its carbon footprint and promote sustainability.
The measures, set out in a new resolution, include targets to:
Reduce the Parliament’s greenhouse gas emissions by 35% by 2030, compared to 2019 levels, in line with the European Union’s target. Cut the Parliament’s energy consumption by 20% between now and 2026. Increase the use of renewable energy sources in the Parliament’s buildings, such as solar and geothermal energy. Reduce the Parliament’s waste production by 15%. *Improve the Parliament’s recycling rate to 75%.
The Parliament is also committed to becoming a circular economy organization. This means that it will take steps to reduce waste and maximize the use of resources. The Parliament will do this by:
Using more recycled materials in its buildings and operations. Designing its products and services in a way that minimizes waste. *Working with its suppliers to reduce waste and improve sustainability.
The Parliament’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in its new Code of Conduct for Members. The Code requires Members to:
Respect the environment and promote sustainable development. Use resources responsibly and efficiently. Reduce their carbon footprint. Act as role models for sustainable behavior.
The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, said: “The European Parliament is determined to be a leader in sustainability. We have already made significant progress in reducing our environmental impact and we are now setting even more ambitious targets. We are committed to becoming a circular economy organization and to using our influence to promote sustainability across the EU.”
The European Parliament’s environmental performance will be monitored by a new Sustainability Committee, which will be responsible for ensuring that the Parliament meets its targets. The Committee will also be responsible for developing new initiatives to improve the Parliament’s sustainability.
This is a significant step forward for the European Parliament and it sets an example for other organizations to follow. The Parliament is now a leader in sustainability and it is committed to using its influence to promote sustainability across the EU.
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