Vote on Soil Protection Resolution
29-04-2021 - 17:35
On 15 and 16 April, the ENVI Committee voted on the draft motion for a resolution to increase the protection and sustainable use of soil in view of achieving the objectives of the European Green Deal (EGD).
The resolution calls on the Commission to promote an EU-wide common framework for the protection and sustainable use of soil, addressing different soil threats and promoting restoration measures. The motion further highlights the multifunctional role of soil, also stressing that healthy soils are essential to achieve the EGD objectives such as climate neutrality, biodiversity restoration, zero pollution, healthy and sustainable food systems and a resilient environment.