New Delhi: Days before the commencement of the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Brazil, the European Union adopted a 2040 target, while also adopting its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) for 2035. But climate experts are underwhelmed by the commitment, saying it is too little, too late.

“Ready for Belém! Just arrived at COP-30 with good news. The EU has just adopted its NDC for 2035. 66-72% in GHG (greenhouse gases) reduction by 2035. A milestone on our path to reaching climate neutrality by 2050. And to keep the Paris goals within reach,” President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen announced on X.

In negotiations between Tuesday and Wednesday, the EU agreed on a 2040 climate proposal and

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