This initiative is part of the European Green Course and aims to incorporate risk assessment, financial incentives, and international collaboration for implementing environmental practices.
Key Points of the Plan:
Development Timeline: The plan will be developed by 2026, with the aim of aligning the agricultural sector with climate policy. The Ministry of Environment announced this following discussions with farmers about implementing the European Green Course.
Risk Assessment and Strategy: By 2025, the government will complete a study assessing the risks of agriculture to climate change. Following this, a program document outlining the adaptation strategy for the agricultural sector will be developed.
Financial Incentives: The climate policy will provide financial incentives such as subsidies for green practices, research grants, and tax breaks. These measures are intended to reduce the costs associated with green practices and encourage investment in sustainable development.
Key Objectives: The plan focuses on:
- Climate Change Adaptation: Introducing new crops and agronomic practices to help farms adapt to changing climate conditions.
- Resource Efficiency: Encouraging the use of innovative technologies to reduce the consumption of water, energy, and other resources.
- Food Security: Ensuring the stability of agri-food systems in the face of climate change.
- Financial Support: Offering subsidies, grants, and tax incentives for adopting green practices and attracting international finance.
- Corporate Responsibility: Enhancing the reputation of companies by demonstrating environmental responsibility.
European Green Course Principles:
The adaptation plan is part of the broader European Green Course, which emphasizes:
- Sustainable Development: A focus on environmentally sustainable growth.
- Biodiversity Preservation: Efforts to maintain and improve biodiversity.
- Water and Soil Quality Improvement: Measures to enhance the quality of essential natural resources.
- Pollution Reduction: Initiatives aimed at reducing air pollution.
- Energy Transition: Shifting towards renewable energy sources and improving energy efficiency.
- Innovation and Circular Economy: Promoting innovation and a circular economy model.
- Nature Conservation: Expanding protected areas and nature conservation efforts.
Long-Term Goal:
The ultimate aim is to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 through transformative changes in sectors such as energy, transport, industry, and agriculture.
