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2009 EU Environment-related indicators
Climate change caused by emissions of greenhouse gases is one of the gravest challenges facing humanity. The EU is leading international efforts to combat climate change and we have developed a battery of cost-effective measures to help reduce our emissions, including our innovative Emissions Trading Scheme.
Combating the loss of biodiversity is another priority for the EU since implications for ecosystems and citizens are far-reaching. The EU policy framework to halt biodiversity loss in Europe by 2010 and beyond is now largely in place and we must now accelerate the implementation process if we are to meet this deadline.
Fostering eco-innovation is essential if we are to successfully tackle these issues as well as the other environmental challenges we face, such as pollution of our air and water, waste generation and unsustainable use of resources. Real progress will only be feasible if new environmental technologies are developed and promoted throughout the EU.
Stavros Dimas
