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EU open to carbon offsets on path to 2040 emissions target

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The European Commission has controversially proposed allowing international carbon offsets to help meet the EU’s 2040 climate targets, raising concerns about outsourcing the emission reduction actions.

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  • The EU aims to cut carbon emissions by 90% by 2040 under a new proposal.
  • The plan allows more flexibility, including the use of new carbon credits. 13s
  • A limited amount of high-quality carbon credits from outside the EU will be permitted. 38s
  • The EU is on track to meet its 55% emissions reduction target for 2030. 46s
  • Environmentalists say the proposal does not fully follow scientific recommendations. 55s
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