"EU Parliament Defies Opposition to Pass Landmark Nature Restoration Law"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters
The EU Parliament passed a controversial nature law aimed at restoring nature on a fifth of land and sea by 2030, despite facing political backlash and protests from farmers who argue that EU green policies impose excessive bureaucracy. The law, which aims to reverse the decline of Europe's natural habitats, was approved with 329 votes in favor, 275 against, and 24 abstentions. While the final policy is weaker than originally planned, it still requires final approval from EU countries before entering into force.