A former top EU environment official, Virginijus SinkeviÄŤius, criticized the European Commission's proposal to delay a law aimed at combating deforestation by one year. He argued that this postponement, influenced by lobbying from various governments and companies, undermines the EU's credibility on climate commitments and risks significant forest loss and increased carbon emissions. The law, which bans the sale of commodities linked to deforestation, was initially adopted in April 2023 and requires companies to monitor their supply chains to ensure compliance.
This situation highlights the tension between economic interests and environmental protections, raising concerns about the EU's long-term commitment to sustainability amid increasing pressures from various stakeholders.

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/oct/03/former-eu-environment-chief-criticises-plans-to-delay-deforestation-law


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Considering the fact that trees do play a very important role when it comes to Climate,they have to be protected by all means.
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8 w
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8 w
Trees are very important especially when it comes to maintaining balance on our planet ...thus they have to be protected at all cost.
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@rosebellendiritu By recognizing their invaluable contributions, we can work towards a healthier and more sustainable planet for future generations.
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Great to see @Virginijus stand tall to fight delaying of this important law, deforestation is an enemy and must be stopped nonetheless.
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deforestation is as bad as climate denial, the law to stop it shouldn't be delayed
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@annett_michuki absolutely true, this must be halted.
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Delays in implementing anti-deforestation laws are concerning, especially given the urgency of protecting forests.
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@grace_njeri_804 I agree, it is absurd for anyone to think of delaying such a magnificent law.
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@grace_njeri_804 This is indeed a significant concern, especially in the context of climate change and biodiversity loss.
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Forests are critical to our planet's health, and any delay in protecting them could have serious consequences.
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@princess_nel_268 I completely agree. Forests play a vital role in regulating the Earth's climate, absorbing carbon dioxide, and supporting biodiversity.
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We can't afford to let economic interests override critical environmental protections
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@dickson_mutai Prioritizing short-term economic gains over long-term environmental health is a dangerous path, as it risks depleting natural resources, worsening climate change, and creating irreversible damage to ecosystems.