Von der Leyen's Fossil Fuel Stance Sparks Climate Talks Controversy

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyens stance on climate change, distinguishing between fossil fuels and their emissions, has sparked debate. At the G20 summit, she emphasized the fight against pollution, not fossil fuels. Meanwhile, at COP30, EU nations pushed for a clear roadmap to transition from coal, oil, and natural gas, but a draft agreement lacked this. Fourteen EU member states and twenty-two others threatened to derail talks due to the absence of a just and orderly shift away from fossil fuels. Despite controversy, von der Leyen reaffirmed EUs commitment to climate goals, acknowledging the challenge of transition. However, critics argue that emissions are a direct result of fossil fuels, making the distinction difficult to understand.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.