EU considers weakening 2040 climate goal over forest CO2 absorption ahead of COP30 summit, draft shows

European Union nations are nearing a decision on their 2040 climate goal. A new proposal includes a brake clause. This allows for a potential weakening of the target if forests do not absorb sufficient carbon dioxide. This flexibility aims to address concerns from member states about economic impacts. The EU seeks to finalize this target before the COP30 climate summit.