CO2 limits for cars: key to climate prot • Table.Briefings

Michael Müller-Görnert

Cars still cause a quarter of all greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. In its draft „Fit for 55“ package, the Commission formulates for the first time an EU-wide date for phasing out internal combustion engines and more ambitious CO2 limits for new cars. But these are not strict enough.

The war in Ukraine is a frightening reminder of the impact of our dependence on fossil fuels. For too long, we have relied on oil and gas to keep flowing, driving consumption ever higher – regardless of where the raw materials come from. Given the sharp rise in energy prices and the threat of supply bottlenecks, it’s clear that things can’t go on like this.

CO2 limits for cars: key to climate protection and energy security

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