Paris Continues Its Green Revolution: More Car-Free Zones Announced
French capital expands pedestrian areas in historic center
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EU leaders have agreed to cut emissions by 90% by 2035, the most ambitious climate deal ever. Eastern European countries secured €50B in transition funding. The deal affects all 27 member states and sets a new global standard for climate action.
The City of Light is getting even greener as Mayor Anne Hidalgo announces the next phase of Paris's urban transformation project, which has already made significant portions of the city center pedestrian-only.
The EU Green Deal is the European Union's plan to make Europe climate-neutral by 2050. It covers everything from energy and transport to agriculture and biodiversity. This new agreement accelerates the timeline with stricter 2035 targets.
"This is a historic day for Europe and for the planet. We have shown that ambitious climate action and economic prosperity can go hand in hand."
27
EU member states affected
€50B
Estimated economic impact
2035
Target implementation year
The agreement came after intense negotiations, with Eastern European countries securing additional transition support for coal-dependent regions. Poland, which had been the main holdout, agreed to the deal after securing €50 billion in additional Just Transition funding.
Environmental groups have given the deal a cautious welcome, though some argue the targets still fall short of what's needed to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Industry representatives, meanwhile, have expressed concerns about competitiveness but welcomed the regulatory clarity.
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