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The roundtable will gather relevant stakeholders at the forefront of climate action to share their approach to including consumption-based emissions considerations in policy as well as the barriers and needs to take the work further. It also offers the opportunity for different actors to network and find synergies.
An aerial view of container ships in Hamburg dock
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Trade has long been a cornerstone of the EU, fostering economic growth, job creation, and improved well-being. Yet, unsustainable trade and consumption practices stand out as major drivers of persistently high global greenhouse gas emissions (IPCC 2022). A substantial portion of member states’ consumption relies on imports and while mitigating territorial GHG emissions has received significant attention, GHG emissions generated beyond European borders have often been overlooked.
Remedying this oversight presents an opportunity for the EU to exercise leadership in global climate action. The Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) has recently embarked on a research project Prioritizing consumption-based emissions in EU’s policy agenda to advance understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with establishing consumption-based emissions targets and strategies within the European Union (EU). The introduction of unilateral measures such as the carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) and deforestation regulation, alongside proposed legislation like the EcoDesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, demonstrates the EU’s commitment to regulating embodied emissions in products.
The event is supported with funding from the European Climate Foundation.
The event will be hosted by Pär Holmgren, Group of the Greens/European Free Alliance, Member of the European Parliament, Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety.
This roundtable event will be held at the European Parliament (Brussels) on Monday 29 January 2024 at 12.00. Please register your interest in joining the roundtable. We will confirm attendance in the week of 8 January.
Perspective / In an era where the world is facing increasing climate challenges, addressing the environmental impact of consumption habits among EU citizens is key.
Project / Bringing consumption-based emissions reduction onto the EU Commission agenda.
Perspective / In an era where the world is facing increasing climate challenges, addressing the environmental impact of consumption habits among EU citizens is key.
Event on 20 June – 28 June / SEI colleagues are taking part in events at LCAW to highlight global leadership in industry and energy transitions, climate resilience finance, and adaptation.
Press release / New data from LeadIT shows that less than 2% of total global emissions from the cement industry are projected to be captured by 2035.
