Rejected the EPP amendment that reduced emissions by 90%
The plenary of the European Parliament endorsed the European Commission’s proposal to end sales of new petrol and diesel cars in 2035. The amendment supported by the EPP, which provided for a reduction of CO2 emissions by 90% instead of 100%, has not been approved. The hemicycle’s okay to the MEPs’ negotiating position on CO2 emissions standards came with 339 votes in favor, 249 against and 24 abstentions.
In the approved text, as part of a package of measures on climate change, MEPs support the Commission’s proposal to achieve zero-emission road mobility by 2035 with the aim, at European level, of producing new cars and commercial vehicles new light zero emissions. Intermediate emission reduction targets for 2030 would be set, according to the EP position, at 55% for cars and 50% for vans. MEPs have adopted their mandate to negotiate CO2 emission reductions from new passenger cars and new light commercial vehicles with EU governments. The next step is negotiations with EU governments.
An ambitious review of CO2 standards is a crucial element in achieving our climate goals. With these standards, we create clarity for the auto industry and stimulate innovation and investment for auto manufacturers. Furthermore, buying and driving zero-emission cars will become cheaper for consumers. I am thrilled that the European Parliament has supported an ambitious revision of the 2030 targets and supported a 100% target for 2035, which is key to achieving climate neutrality by 2050 “, said rapporteur Jan Huitema.
The stop on the sale of diesel and petrol cars from 2035 decided by the EU is «absolute madness. A gift to China, a disaster for millions of Italian and European workers ». So Matteo Salvini, on his social channels.
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