This reduction, which is "the largest in decades", has reduced these emissions by 37% compared to their 1990 level.
"This significant drop is due to a significant reduction in the use of coal and the growth of renewables, as well as a reduction in energy consumption across Europe," the Copenhagen-based agency explained in a press release.
The share of renewables in energy consumption has increased from 10.2% in 2005 to 24% in 2023.
According to the EEA, based on measures currently in force in the EU, a 43% reduction in net emissions is projected between now and 2030 compared to 1990 levels, which is below the 55% reduction foreseen in European legislation.
"Twenty-two member states have submitted additional projections that include planned but not yet implemented measures," the statement said.
"Taken together, these measures would allow the EU's net emissions to be reduced by 49%," bringing the EU closer to its regulatory target. | BGNES
