Which EU countries are making the most progress with their emissions reductions?

Sep 18, 2023

First-quarter emissions fell in 21 of the 27 EU member states.

First-quarter emissions fell in 21 of the 27 EU member states. Image: Unsplash/karsten_wuerth

Johnny Wood

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Figure illustrating the greenhouse gas emissions in millions tonnes.

EU greenhouse gas emissions fell 2.9% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2023. Image: Eurostat

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First-quarter greenhouse gas emissions fell in 21 of the 27 EU member states in 2023.

First-quarter greenhouse gas emissions fell in 21 of the 27 EU member states in 2023. Image: Reuters/Yves Herman

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