European Commission launches Green Consumption Pledge

Today, Didier Reynders, Commissioner for Justice and Consumers, will present the first Green Consumption Pledges with representatives of different European companies. The Green Consumption Pledge is the first initiative delivered under the New Consumer Agenda.  This pilot project is part of the European Climate Pact which is an EU-wide initiative inviting people, communities and organisations to participate in climate action and build a greener Europe.  With their signatures, these companies promise to accelerate their contribution to a green transition.  The press conference with Commissioner Reynders and industry representatives will take place today at 14:30. Follow live on EbS. More information can be found here. A press release on the Green Consumption Pledge will be available here.