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Leena Ylä-Mononen

Leena Ylä-Mononen

Executive Director, European Environment Agency.

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Cleaner air, a stable climate and healthier lives

The European Union has made substantial progress in improving air quality by adopting and implementing policies and measures since the 1980s.

From policy ambition to environment and climate action in Europe

Environmental degradation and climate change are impacting us all — our health, economy and society. To address growing challenges and impacts, Europe has set ambitious policies and targets.

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What is happening with water? Short answer: Many things. Are we facing a major crisis? Short answer: Yes. Is there a solution? Short answer: Yes.

Basic Income is the recognition of the value of life and the construction of economic freedom. An income for everyone that guarantees the basics and that, clearly, improves emotional well-being and does not discourage work.

To solve the climate and nature crises, we must protect large, contiguous rainforest areas in partnership with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities.