EU Green Finance Rules Narrowly Avoid Axe Amidst Internal Backlash
2025-02-27
Politico Europe
In a dramatic turn of events, the European Union's green finance rules have been saved from extinction thanks to an internal backlash. This 11th-hour spat has exposed a growing divide within Brussels over the balance between deregulation and environmental protection. As Commission President Ursula von der Leyen prioritizes slashing red tape in her second term, the EU must navigate the challenges of sustainable finance and eco-friendly policies while yielding to industry demands. With the EU's green agenda hanging in the balance, stakeholders are weighing the importance of environmental sustainability and green investing. Key terms like sustainable finance and eco-friendly policies are taking center stage.
