Bellona Europa
bellonaeu.bsky.social
Bellona Europa
@bellonaeu.bsky.social
Solution-oriented NGO, accelerating credible climate solutions in Europe. 🌍

Bellona Europa is the Brussels branch of the Bellona Foundation - an independent, environmental non-profit organisation. #ClimateAction

✅ Multilateralism survives, ❌ but climate ambition does not at
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The #COP30 outcome in Belém fell short of expectations for a “COP of Truth”, without a plan to halt #deforestation nor to phase out #fossilfuels.

Read our reaction: eu.bellona.org/2025/11/24/p...
Press Release - Belém COP30: Multilateralism survives; climate ambition does not - Bellona EU
Saturday, November 22, 2025 – Belém, Brazil Three main asks: Quotes: Context: COP30 has concluded in Belém, the doorway to the Amazon, in a deeply complicated geopolitical context. It had aimed to be ...
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November 24, 2025 at 1:59 PM
“The outcome from Belém represents a weak consensus, which does not match scientific reality.” 💬 said Bellona founder Frederic Hauge, noting the lack of plans to stop deforestation or phase out fossil fuels.

Our #COP30 reaction was mentioned in @theguardian.com 🔗 www.theguardian.com/environment/...
November 24, 2025 at 1:56 PM
A cohort of Norwegian students dropped by our office to get a #Bioeconomy 101 and a deep dive into Bellona Europa's history.

🤝We love seeing motivated students who share our passion for #climate solutions!

Read more about our work on bioeconomy & aquaculture: eu.bellona.org/2025/11/20/e...
November 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Despite the potential of #marine resources🪸🐚 to deliver sustainable #biomass and innovative economic opportunities, it is still under-utilised & under-recognised.

The @ec.europa.eu's #BioeconomyStrategy revision is a chance to change course!

🔗Read more in our article: lnkd.in/dyRHwmHC
November 20, 2025 at 3:47 PM
At #COP30, our Head of Carbon Accounting, @mrkprstn.bsky.social, highlighted why #electrifying #nonroadmachinery is key and how strong policy signals, smart #publicprocurement, and innovative power solutions will drive this transition. More here: eu.bellona.org/focus-area/e...
November 15, 2025 at 1:27 PM
🎙️ Cement decarbonisation takes the mic!

Our Embodied Carbon Advisor, Dr. Marco Sirotti & Embodied Carbon & Lead Markets Policy Manager, Irene Dominguez, joined @deutschewellerss.newsmast.social.ap.brid.gy's Inside Europe podcast.

Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/17nC...
November 14, 2025 at 10:03 AM
@europarl.europa.eu confirms #2040target of 90% emissions reduction & introduces safeguards on the quality of international credits.

❌ The deal still dilutes domestic #climateaction: allows up to 5% of credits, weaker land sinks & calls for a delay/ slower phase-out of EU ETS free allowances.
November 13, 2025 at 11:43 AM
🚨 New joint letter: The @ec.europa.eu must rethink its proposed reforms to the #ETS State Aid Guidelines - or risk diverting billions in carbon revenues away from real #climateaction & #decarbonisation.

Read our joint call together w/ CSOs and cleantech innovators: eu.bellona.org/2025/11/11/j...
November 12, 2025 at 8:39 AM
Our team is gearing up for #COP30noBrasil in Belém! 🌍

For 30 years, we’ve been where change happens working with thinkers, doers & decision-makers to turn climate ambition into credible action. Explore our past engagement at #COP: eu.bellona.org/events/bello...

Stay tuned for more updates!
November 10, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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Vous ne trouverez pas mieux que cette explication par ma collègue Amélie : "Relying on even more international credits and abandoning our land sinks is like using less coffee and topping it up with water: the cup looks full, but the strength is weaker."

Et on n'aime pas le mauvais café.
Today, EU Environment ministers finally agreed on their position on the 2040 90% #climatetarget & the 2035 NDC.

But it has been significantly watered down.

👉 Read our full reaction: eu.bellona.org/2025/11/05/e...
November 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Today, EU Environment ministers finally agreed on their position on the 2040 90% #climatetarget & the 2035 NDC.

But it has been significantly watered down.

👉 Read our full reaction: eu.bellona.org/2025/11/05/e...
November 5, 2025 at 2:49 PM
🤔 Struggling to make sense of #NZIA Article 23?

Bellona’s new explainer breaks it down: what it is, why it matters, and how it makes oil & gas producers accountable for building Europe’s 2030 CO₂ storage capacity. 🌍

🤝 #Article23Watch with @cleanaircatf.bsky.social & Carbon Balance Initiative ⬇️
Article 23 Explainer: CO₂ Storage in the Net Zero Industry Act - Bellona EU
Article 23 of the EU’s Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) introduces a landmark obligation for oil and gas producers to collectively develop enough CO₂ storage capacity to support Europe’s 2030 climate goal...
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November 4, 2025 at 2:09 PM
🌿 Our #Bioeconomy Workshop is just one week away!

Will you be joining us to explore #feed production in the #EU?

There’s still a few spots left. Register & check out all event information here: eu.bellona.org/event/from-b...
Workshop - From bioresources to bioeconomy: Building a low-carbon future for feed in the EU  - Bellona EU
Feed production is a key component of a circular, regenerative and competitive bioeconomy. Nonetheless, the sector’s high-volume consumption places substantial pressure on resources and land, making i...
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October 28, 2025 at 1:32 PM
💡 How can we decarbonise carbon-intensive industries like #cement?

Our Embodied Carbon Advisor, Dr. Marco Sirotti shared his thoughts at Industry Link's CarbonZero 2025 event.

Missed our recent cement report exploring net-zero pathways for the European cement industry? 📘https://lnkd.in/dkbUezhr
October 23, 2025 at 10:38 AM
🍽️ Today on the menu: Bellona’s recipe for net-zero #cement 🧱

Not sure you’ve got the mix right? Check out our report “Net-Zero Pathways for European Cement”, where we explore the different pathways for decarbonising one of Europe’s hardest-to-abate sectors.

youtube.com/shorts/EWJzw...
Bellona's recipe for net-zero cement | with Dr. Marco Sirotti
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October 21, 2025 at 12:09 PM
The @ec.europa.eu’s draft on updating #ETS State Aid Guidelines risks further diverting away EU ETS revenues from #climateaction.

⬇️🔗Read this article in @endseurope.com, quoting our Policy Advisor on Sustainable Economy Francesco Lombardi Stochetti!
LEAK: Chemicals, metals, glass, ceramics and textile producers could be among manufacturers set to benefit from compensation for indirect energy costs caused by the EU’s emissions trading system, under plans drafted by the European Commission ⬇️
LEAK: Commission mulls expanding ETS electricity compensation to numerous additional sectors
Chemicals, metals, glass, ceramics and textile producers could be among manufacturers set to benefit from compensation for indirect energy costs caused by the EU’s emissions trading system (ETS), unde...
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October 20, 2025 at 2:28 PM
At Bellona, we’re concerned that the proposed ETS State Aid Guideline changes would expand subsidies for fossil-based power instead of driving #decarbonisation.

❕This risks diverting #ETS revenues away from #climateaction and could delay progress on measures like the #CBAM.
The European Commission is considering a massive increase of the energy intensive sectors eligible for reimbursement of the CO2 cost embedded in their electricity bill, an internal policy document obtained by Euractiv shows.
Brussels plans electricity rebate for swathes of EU industry | Euractiv
Pressure from Berlin, Paris, and Rome appears to have persuaded the EU executive to act
www.euractiv.com
October 20, 2025 at 10:42 AM
New column for E24 by Lina Strandvåg Nagell, our Deputy Director & Head of Policy!

She warns that Europe still “lacks clear goals and direction” on climate and that fading ambition risks delaying vital targets. #2040target #climatetargets

Read here (in Norwegian) e24.no/internasjona...
Én bokstav viser endringen i EU
Under ett år etter valget i EU fører en ny politisk virkelighet til stagnasjon i fremdrift for klimamål og -planer.
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October 15, 2025 at 1:11 PM
🎥 Media Corner from the Bellona Climate Action Conference 2025!

“What’s your main takeaway from this year’s Bellona Climate Action Conference?” We asked our speakers and guests - and here’s what they had to say!

Check out the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDHg...
#BCAC #climateaction
October 14, 2025 at 8:45 AM
🏭🍃Takeaways from the Baltic Carbon Forum!

Clara spoke on Nordic industrial #decarbonisation & public perception, while Janis highlighted #CCS as a scalable #climatesolution for hard-to-abate industries.

Collaboration & knowledge sharing remain key to accelerate CCS deployment across the region.
October 14, 2025 at 8:34 AM
🚨 Good news from Latvia: the ban on CO₂ storage has been lifted!

Today the Latvian Parliament approved key amendments to the Law on Pollution, ending the ban on geological CO₂ storage.

Read why we've been advocating for this progress & why it's a major step: eu.bellona.org/2025/10/09/l... #CCS
Latvian Parliament Lifts Ban on CO₂ Storage in Geological Formations  - Bellona EU
For years, Latvia’s significant potential for permanent CO₂ storage both onshore and offshore has offered a promising solution for industrial decarbonisation and reducing emissions to the atmosphere1....
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October 9, 2025 at 8:01 AM
#Cement builds our world, but it also emits 4% of the EU’s CO₂.

Our 🆕 report breaks down how we can decarbonise this crucial sector to reach #climateneutrality by 2050.

Thanks to those that joined the Q&A with Dr. Marco Sirotti, author of the report!

Read it here: eu.bellona.org/publication/...
October 8, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Journalists👋 join us tomorrow for a Q&A with our Embodied Carbon expert Dr. Marco Sirotti on our new report about decarbonising #cement.

Cement makes up 4% of total EU CO₂ emissions, yet is one of the hardest-to-abate sectors.

Bring your questions & register here: zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 7, 2025 at 2:35 PM
💬“CCS, hydrogen, and other technologies are not goals in themselves - they are tools to reach net-zero industry.”

Our Director @jonashelseth.bsky.social shared insights on how Europe can lead the clean industrial transformation at the 4th Europe CCUS & Hydrogen Decarbonisation Summit.

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October 7, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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What a day!

Relive the highlights from our Bellona Climate Action Conference 2025 in our aftermovie⬇️📽️

& stay tuned for the Media Corner interviews that are coming soon...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMBz... #BCAC #climateaction
Aftermovie - Bellona Climate Action Conference 2025
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October 7, 2025 at 12:26 PM