2023 Climate Report

Annual climate assessment with actionable insights and policy guidance for Europe's sustainability agenda.

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Executive Summary

The 2023 EU Climate Report highlights warming temperatures of +1.55°C above pre-industrial levels. Renewable energy adoption increased by 12% year-over-year, yet current policy targets fall 3.2% short of the 2030 reduction goals. Extreme weather losses reached €5.9 billion across member states.

Key Findings

Temperature Progression

Annual EU average temperature reached +1.55°C, with 15 member states recording record temperatures in 2023.

Extreme Weather Events

Flooding and heatwaves caused €5.9B in damages in the EU, with significant impacts across Southern and Eastern Europe.

Climate Data Visualizations

EU Average Temperature (2000-2023)

Peak at +1.55°C in 2023 compared to 2010 baseline

CO2 Emissions by Sector (2022)

34 MMT 48 MMT 32 MMT Energy Transport Industry

Policy Recommendations

Renewable Energy Acceleration

Expand incentives for solar/wind infrastructure and target 75% renewable energy in electricity generation by 2030.

Carbon Capture Innovation

Invest €150B in next-gen carbon capture technologies with pilot projects by 2025 and full implementation by 2030.

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