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“Our climate goals remain unchanged, but the path to achieving them must be pragmatic and socially fair.” — Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission
The President of the European Commission, in her letter to the prime ministers of EU member states, outlines a possible review of EU green policy instruments while reaffirming the Union’s long-term climate goals. The main emphasis is placed on balancing climate ambitions with economic competitiveness and social impact. What does this mean for Latvia? Discussions on the next phase of EU climate policy will directly affect Latvia’s energy sector, industry, transport, and agricu
2.3 Million Tonnes of CO₂: Latvia Must Urgently Introduce Support for Zero-Emission Freight Transport to Maintain Competitiveness
Freight road transport in Latvia is one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas emissions, and without a clear national strategy there is a risk of losing competitiveness and failing to meet the country’s emission reduction targets. A study by the association Sustainability Cluster reveals that the sector generates more than 2.3 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, and that Latvia still lacks a targeted policy to support the transition to modern, efficient, and environmentally f
Climate Goals in Latvia: Steps, Challenges, and Opportunities
In Latvia, at the end of 2024, the government approved a new draft Climate Law that transposes EU requirements and strengthens climate-neutrality goals and instruments. The law is currently under consideration in the Saeima and will become one of the cornerstones of Latvia’s climate policy. Key facts and challenges The National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP 2021–2030) has been updated and should be used as a strategic framework; however, its implementation requires concrete
In transport decarbonization, the whole ecosystem is important
Transport decarbonization in Latvia is developing in the passenger car sector, with electric cars becoming increasingly popular. However,...
Hydrogen production is starting in Jelgava, an aviation fuel plant is planned in Liepāja, and innovations are also emerging elsewhere in Latvia
Latvian companies are increasingly strengthening their position in the European green energy market, showcasing innovations that will...
European transport priorities – North Sea–Baltic Corridor and security; Miltoviča becomes sections president
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has identified two main transport policy priorities for the coming years, which will...
In building construction and also in their operation, requirements for reducing greenhouse gas emissions are increasingly being introduced.
In building construction and also during their operation, requirements for reducing greenhouse gas emissions are increasingly coming into...
Riga is discussing low-emission zone restrictions
Riga plans to introduce a low-emission zone to reduce air pollution and improve the city’s sustainable mobility. This initiative will...
Jelgava Hosts Discussion on Sustainable Mobility in Latvia
On March 5, Jelgava hosted a meeting of the Zemgale Planning Region’s Joint Climate, Energy and Environment Coordination Group, where...
Freight and municipal transport decarbonization support program
Dekarbonizācija The association is starting to conduct research on support tools for the decarbonization of freight and municipal transport.
Meeting on the Sustainable Development of Freight and Municipal Transport
On February 28, in Riga, our association hosted an event that brought together industry professionals—freight transport companies,...
Association: Businesses Are Urging the Government for Clarity on Emissions Policy
The level of urgency from businesses regarding the government’s ambiguous stance on emissions reduction and so-called climate neutrality...
Sustainable Construction – A Top Priority for the Baltic Real Estate Market in 2025
Sustainable construction is no longer just a trend—it has become the industry standard shaping the future of the real estate market in...
Experts Urge Broader Use of EU Funds for Digital Solutions
IoT solutions are rapidly being adopted in Latvian companies and will become a significant part of digital transformation in the coming...
Partnership with Menon Economics (Norway) – Project “Latvia and Norway Hydrogen Study”
At the end of 2024, the association was offered a partnership in the project “Latvia and Norway Hydrogen Study,” which is being...
Experts: Coordinated Action Planned for the Implementation of Sustainable Construction
Eksperti: Ilgtspējīgas būvniecības ieviešanai plāno koordinētu rīcību.
To green its transport sector, Latvia will have to solve a puzzle
Dienas Bizness, 26.11.2024 Decarbonising transport will require not only changing the vehicle fleet but also focusing on producing green...
Transport decarbonisation: a challenge that requires immediate action on both the demand and supply side
On November 22 in Cēsis, at the seminar “Challenges and Solutions for Transport Decarbonisation,” industry experts, entrepreneurs, and...
Municipal and industry professionals are invited to register for a seminar about transport decarbonization solutions
Vidzemes plānošanas reģions aicina pašvaldību speciālistus un transporta nozares pārstāvjus piedalīties seminārā "Transporta dekarbonizācija
Fuel with a bio-blend is becoming cheaper than pure fossil fuel
Delfi.lv : 5.11.2024 Biofuel (photo: Shutterstock) It has been calculated that adding a biological blend makes fuel cheaper than using...
Experts predict that, regardless of the type, transport energy will become more expensive
Nozare.lv 01.11.2024 Transport energy will become increasingly expensive in the future, regardless of its type, experts said on Friday...
Discussion on the possibilities for sustainable transport development in Latvia: The road to decarbonizing freight transport
On October 7, the Sustainability Cluster Latvia , in cooperation with Amber Advisory, organized a think tank attended by representatives...
International Conference “Naturally Sustainable”
On September 25, 2024, the international conference “Naturally Sustainable” brought together professionals and researchers from over 10...
Discussion – Electric Vehicles and Sustainability
During Electric Vehicle Day, held at the SPICE shopping center, we met for exciting conversations together with Baltic Sustainability...
Hydrogen Needs a Strategy in Latvia
Article published in the newspaper Dienas Bizness on July 23, 2024 In the future, hydrogen could become not only an important resource...
Building materials will have to become greener
The article was published in the newspaper Dienas Bizness on July 16, 2024 Building construction, as well as their operation throughout...
Latvia has significant hydrogen energy potential, charts the way
BalticTimes.lv 10.07.2024 Latvia has significant potential in the hydrogen economy and should therefore exploit the opportunities for...
The study analyses Latvia’s functions in the European hydrogen economy ecosystem.
A study has been carried out that compiles the development visions of various market participant segments involved in the hydrogen...
Latvia’s challenge: ensuring a hydrogen economy by 2030 (+VIDEO)
VS.lv 09.07.2024 The Latvian Climate Neutrality Cluster 2050 continues its work on identifying potential energy sources for our country....
Who will pay, and how much, for reducing transport emissions?
Ir.lv Justs Dimants 19.01.2024 In setting new targets, the EU uses both the “whip and carrot” principle: it provides funding for...
Discussion: Perspectives for the Development of the Electricity Storage Technology (Including Battery) Market in Latvia
Apspriede: Par elektroenerģijas uzglabāšanas tehnoloģiju (t.sk. bateriju) tirgus attīstības perspektīvām Latvijā
“Bad Timing,” Power Speculators, and What Independence Really Means: A Discussion on Climate and Energy Policy After the Ministerial Change
Authors: Madara Fridrihsone (Editor of the LTV program “Kas notiek Latvijā?” ) 17.10.2023 At the end of last year, the newly established...
Associations Letter of Support KEVM
The Sustainability Cluster Latvia and the Latvian Renewable Energy Federation express their support for Kaspars Meļnis as a candidate for...
The EU Directive Loops for Heavy-Duty Transport
Article Published in Latvijas Bizness, September 12 Discussing Competitiveness in the Context of Climate Change Although freight...
A Call to Urgently Eliminate Latvia’s Backwardness in Transport Decarbonization
"The Latvian transport sector urgently needs an additional push to rapidly increase decarbonization—especially considering that in 2022...
Sustainable Freight and Passenger Transport – Which Regulations Will Promote It?
The European Green Deal is increasingly entwining itself around various sectors of the economy, setting the requirement for them to...
Experts: Solutions Needed for Faster Development of the Charging Network
To develop the electric vehicle (EV) charging network in Latvia, equipment manufacturers, installers, grid developers, municipalities,...
New Mobility Modes Must Be Utilized for Climate Goals
On April 25, a seminar titled “Micromobility and Car Sharing in Cities – New Tools for Climate Neutrality Goals” was held at the European...
Ilona Noriete: Biofuel – (Not) a Solution for Reducing Fuel Prices
At the very beginning of summer, the wider public (once again) learned about the presence of biofuel in our daily lives. The government...
Jānis Irbe, Armands Gūtmanis: Energy independence, energy security and local renewable resources
Article published on Delfi.lv on 17.10.2022 Source: Canva photo bank The new Saeima and government must urgently address the further...
The Basis of Green Mobility – A Change of Habits
How will the European Green Deal affect mobility and changes in people’s travel habits? In cooperation with the association...
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