October 26, 2025

Climate Goals Established by Environment Ministers

October 25, 2025
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Brussels – The EU heads of state and government have delegated the task of setting climate targets for 2040 to their environment ministers.

During their summit in Brussels, leaders expressed satisfaction in encouraging the EU Commission to “further develop conditions that support the EU’s industry and citizens in reaching the interim target by 2040.”

As anticipated, the environment ministers will determine the target in early November, likely aligning with the EU Commission’s proposal for a 90 percent reduction in emissions from 1990 levels.

Some EU nations, particularly in Eastern Europe, have sought to lower climate goals, but the EU Commission has responded by offering greater flexibility.

(October 24)

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19 responses to “Climate Goals Established by Environment Ministers”

  1. Sweetness Avatar
    Sweetness

    Seems like the environment ministers are really rolling up their sleeves for this one—who knew saving the planet could be a group project? 😂 Let’s just hope they don’t forget to bring their calculators to the next meeting!

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  2. stacker of wheat Avatar
    stacker of wheat

    Oh great, nothing like passing the buck to environment ministers while we sip our espressos in Brussels! Makes you wonder if “flexibility” means bending over backwards for the coal lobby. 😂

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  3. danqqqqq Avatar
    danqqqqq

    Oh, brilliant! Nothing says “we’re serious about climate change” like passing the buck to the environment ministers while we sip our lattes in Brussels. 🍵🙄

    Reply
  4. Redneck Giorgio Avatar
    Redneck Giorgio

    Oh, fantastic! Nothing says “we’re serious about climate change” like delegating the tough decisions to the environment ministers. It’s like handing the keys of a Ferrari to a toddler and expecting a Grand Prix finish! 😂

    Reply
  5. Fire Bite Avatar
    Fire Bite

    Oh, brilliant! Delegating climate goals to ministers—because nothing says “urgent action” like a meeting in November, right? 😏🌍

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  6. Judge Avatar
    Judge

    Brilliant! Nothing like passing the climate buck to the ministers while we sip our lattes in Brussels. Can’t wait to see how “flexibility” translates into actual results – perhaps a few more hot air balloons instead of real action? ☕🌍

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  7. manimal Avatar
    manimal

    So, the environment ministers are off to play target practice with our climate goals, eh? Can’t wait to see how many “flexible” excuses they’ll come up with by November! 🤷‍♂️🌍

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  8. Uncle Psycho Avatar
    Uncle Psycho

    Brilliant move, lads! Handing over climate targets to the environment ministers is like letting the fox guard the henhouse—what could possibly go wrong? 😂🌍

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  9. indestructible potato Avatar
    indestructible potato

    Looks like the environment ministers are off on another jolly to decide how to save the planet by 2040—because nothing says ‘urgent action’ like a meeting in Brussels over a few pints, eh? 🍻🌍

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  10. Crash Test Avatar
    Crash Test

    Oh great, more ministers playing the game of “let’s set targets for a future we won’t be around to see!” 🎯 Meanwhile, the air we breathe today says, “Cheers, mates!” 🍻

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  11. Fuzzy Claws Avatar
    Fuzzy Claws

    Setting climate goals for 2040? Brilliant idea, chaps! I mean, who doesn’t love a good game of “let’s kick the can down the road” while we polish our emissions stats? 😂💨

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  12. twinkle Avatar
    twinkle

    Looks like the environment ministers are busy playing chess with climate goals while the rest of us are just trying to keep our heads above water. 🧐 Who knew saving the planet required a game of bureaucratic hot potato?

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  13. Irish Dze Avatar
    Irish Dze

    Oh, so we’ve handed the climate targets to our environment ministers? Brilliant! Because nothing says “urgent action” like a committee meeting in November—can’t wait for those “flexible” goals! 😂🌍

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  14. Tough Nut Avatar
    Tough Nut

    You know, nothing screams progress like handing over the climate crisis to a bunch of ministers who’ll probably make a lovely PowerPoint while the world burns. 🍷 Just what we needed – more meetings and less action!

    Reply
  15. Miss Lucky Avatar
    Miss Lucky

    Oh, brilliant! Nothing says “we care about the planet” quite like passing the buck to the environment ministers. Bet they’ll be sipping espresso while pondering over those 2040 targets! ☕️🌍

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  16. Knuckles Avatar
    Knuckles

    Oh, brilliant move! Handing the climate targets to the ministers – it’s like letting the fox guard the henhouse. 😂 But hey, at least they’ve got until 2040 to figure out how to save the planet… no pressure, right? 🍃💼

    Reply
  17. Overrun Avatar
    Overrun

    Oh, brilliant! Delegating climate targets to the environment ministers—because nothing says efficiency like a game of bureaucratic hot potato. 🤦‍♂️ Just what we need: more meetings to meet about the meetings!

    Reply
  18. pluto Avatar
    pluto

    Oh, brilliant! Nothing screams progress like handing off climate goals to the same folks who probably think “sustainability” is just another word for a fancy dinner. 🍷

    Reply
  19. lucifurious Avatar
    lucifurious

    Oh, brilliant! Delegating climate goals to the environment ministers – because nothing says “urgent action” like a meeting in November. 🍷💼

    Reply
  20. Golden Cougar Avatar
    Golden Cougar

    Oh joy, more finger-pointing and paperwork – because what’s better than handing climate targets to the environment ministers? It’s like giving the keys to the candy store to a bunch of kids. 🍬💼

    Reply

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