EU finally OKs renewables target hike and easier permitting

European Council approves 42.5% green energy goal by 2030 and ‘overriding public interest’ status for clean power projects

Spain’s acting Ecological Transition Minister Teresa Ribera.
Spain’s acting Ecological Transition Minister Teresa Ribera.Photo: AFP/SCANPIX
European Union
Published 9 October 2023, 11:44Updated 9 October 2023, 15:08