The EU is expected to miss a key UN deadline to submit updated climate targets, as internal divisions among member states stall agreement on new 2035 and 2040 emissions goals. Countries remain split over the economic impact of climate measures, with ministers now aiming to issue a non-binding “statement of intent” ahead of COP30 talks in November. Reuters reports on the news.
Meanwhile, in Australia, the Albanese government has set a 2035 emissions reduction target of 62% to 70% below 2005 levels, calling it the “maximum achievable ambition.” While Labor says the range aligns with global 1.5C goals, critics, including climate groups and the Greens, argue it falls short of what’s needed to tackle the climate crisis and protect vulnerable communities. The Guardian covers the story.
