Phases of Environmental Governance in the EU
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When did the term 'EU' originate?

  • In the 1980s with the WCED report
  • With the Maastricht treaty in 1992 (correct)
  • After WWII
  • In the 1970s with the rise of environmental movements
  • What was the focus of the socio-economic model adopted in the Western world after WWII?

  • Sustainable development and environmental protection
  • Reducing environmental impact through civic activism
  • Large-scale production of environmental goods
  • Large scale production of consumer goods (correct)
  • What was the outcome of the 1987 WCED report 'Our Common Future'?

  • A call for civic activism to address environmental issues
  • A concept of sustainable development integrating economic, social, and environmental concerns (correct)
  • A focus on economic development at the expense of environmental concerns
  • A report on the state of environmental politics in the EU
  • What was the significance of the 1992 UNCED and 'Rio process'?

    <p>A global shift towards environmental protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major challenge addressed by the EU's environmental policies?

    <p>The 'race to the bottom' in environmental standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been the impact of the rise of a global dimension to environmental politics on the EU's institutional organization?

    <p>It has had a profound impact on the EU's institutional organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase was the emphasis on 'green growth' in European environmental governance?

    <p>2009-2019</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Directorate-Generals (DGs) in the European Commission?

    <p>To draft proposals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many commissioners make up the college of commissioners in the European Commission?

    <p>27</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the European Parliament in the environmental policy-making process?

    <p>To serve as colegislator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total number of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs)?

    <p>705</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the voting mechanism used in the Council of the European Union?

    <p>Qualified majority voting through consensus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two types of interest groups involved in EU environmental policy-making?

    <p>Environmental NGOs and business lobby groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of market-based instruments (MBIs) in EU environmental policy?

    <p>To use economic variables to reduce negative environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main policy-making procedure in the EU?

    <p>Ordinary legislative procedure (co-decision)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of trilogues in the EU policy-making process?

    <p>To find a deal between the EP, Council, and Commission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of files were agreed upon at the first reading between 2014 and 2019?

    <p>89%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the European Parliament in the consultation procedure?

    <p>The EP is consulted by the Council, but has a limited role</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main feature of the 'Destination Paris' approach?

    <p>A bottom-up approach, where parties determine their own contributions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the EU's target for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2030?

    <p>40% reduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the share of renewables targeted by the EU by 2040?

    <p>32%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of the European Green Deal policy?

    <p>To achieve climate neutrality by 2050</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of greenhouse gas emissions come from 'small emitters'?

    <p>55%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the policy introduced by the Commission in 2018 to achieve climate neutrality by 2050?

    <p>Roadmap for Neutrality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key objective of the EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030?

    <p>Establishing a larger EU-wide network of protected areas on land and at sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target percentage of the EU's land and sea areas to be covered by recovery measures by 2030?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of the EU's Nature Restoration Law by 2050?

    <p>Restore all ecosystems in need of restoration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is nature protection policy not as well developed as other areas of EU environmental protection?

    <p>There is no clear economic link to nature protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of the EU nature protection policy in the early 1990s?

    <p>Biodiversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the European Green Deal related to?

    <p>The EU's biodiversity strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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