The Commission is planning a path to achieving the goal of achieving climate neutrality in the European Union by 2050. It recommends 90 % reductions in net greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels, which is in line with the latest scientific advice and the EU's commitments under the Paris Agreement.

In order to achieve the reduction target of 90 % by 2040, the following measures will be necessary:

• fully implement existing EU laws to reduce emissions by at least 55 % by 2030
• decarbonize the industry by relying on existing strengths such as wind power, hydropower and electrolyzers. To step up this action, the Commission has put forward new measures to manage carbon emissions in industry in the EU, which will invest in technologies that can capture, store and reuse carbon.
• increase domestic production in growing sectors such as batteries, electric vehicles, heat pumps, solar cells and others
• preserve justice, solidarity and social policies at the heart of the transition and help vulnerable citizens, regions, businesses and workers through instruments such as the Social Climate Fund and the Just Transition Fund
• lead open dialogue with all stakeholders, including farmers, businesses, social partners and citizens

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