Italy Calls for Reversal of EU's Planned 2035 Combustion Engine Ban
Italy's Position
Italy's Minister of Sustainable Infrastructures and Mobility, Enrico Giovannini, has called for the European Union (EU) to reverse its planned ban on the sale of new combustion engine vehicles by 2035.
Giovannini argues that the ban is "unrealistic" and could damage Italy's automotive industry, which is heavily reliant on the production of combustion engine vehicles.
Arguments Against the Ban
Giovannini's arguments against the ban include:
- The ban could lead to job losses in the automotive industry.
- It could make it more difficult for people to afford new cars.
- It could slow the development of new technologies, such as hydrogen-powered vehicles.
The EU's Position
The EU has defended the ban, arguing that it is necessary to meet its climate goals.
The EU has set a target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 and becoming climate neutral by 2050.
Support for the Ban
The ban has been welcomed by environmental groups, who argue that it is necessary to reduce emissions from transport.
Transport is responsible for around 25% of greenhouse gas emissions in the EU.
The Future of the Ban
It is unclear whether the EU will reverse the ban.
The EU is due to review the ban in 2026.
If the EU does not reverse the ban, it is likely to have a significant impact on the automotive industry in Italy and other EU countries.
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