Cyprus is at a critical juncture. With greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions continuing to rise and its climate action rated as “unsatisfactory,” the establishment of a legally binding National Climate Law is imperative.
Our Foundation’s new, updated Report (January 2025), with the scientific support of WWF Greece, analyses why the legislative absence in Cyprus jeopardises the achievement of climate goals and proposes a clear path towards a climate-neutral and resilient society.
What the Report Proposes:
The Report suggests the structural elements of a modern Climate Law, which must include, among other things:
- Binding Target: Climate neutrality by 2045 at the latest.
- Energy: 70% of electricity generation to be based on Renewable Energy Sources (RES) by 2030.
- Transport: Ban on the sale of diesel vehicles by 2030 and vehicles using any fossil fuel by 2040.
- Governance: Establishment of monitoring and accountability mechanisms, an independent scientific advisory body, and substantial citizen participation.
The National Climate Law is the essential tool for the organised transition to a zero-emission economy, while simultaneously safeguarding human rights and bringing significant benefits to the economy and public health.
Read the full Report and learn about the necessity of immediate climate action in Cyprus here.