Progress in implementing the european green deal: lessons for rational natural resource use and sustainable development

Abstract

The European Green Deal (EGD) represents a pivotal strategy for achieving climate neutrality by 2050, integrating environmental sustainability with economic and social goals. This study evaluates progress toward 154 EGD targets using a traffic light assessment system, revealing uneven advancements across sectors. While 21 % of targets are on track, 41 % require acceleration, highlighting challenges in rational natural resource use. Implications for sustainable development emphasize the need for enhanced policy implementation to align with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).