In response to Russia’s decision to “punish” Europe for its support to Ukraine, representatives of the Member States have intensified their meetings with the view to restoring peace and increasing energy independence.

The climate – no longer defended only by climate activists or environmental players – has now become a tool for the strategic autonomy of states and a vector of peace for Europeans.

EU action is based on the recently approved REPowerEU plan, which involves a short-term strategy around liquefied natural gas (LNG) – a polluting energy source.

EU climate policy has become key in securing peace, energy independence | EURACTIV