Today [12 May 2021], the European Commission adopted its communication “Zero Pollution Action Plan- A Pathway to a Healthy Planet for All” to help reduce pollution on the water, air and soil scale whilst promoting a holistic approach.

Reacting to the proposals put forward, Valeria Ronzitti, SGI Europe General Secretary, commented:

“SGI Europe welcomes the ambition of the European Commission to eliminate all harmful pollution by 2050 and to ensure no further harm is done to the natural ecosystem and the preservation of public health.”

“Providers of services of general interest stand ready to play their key role to meet the targets and vision of the Zero Pollution Action Plan. SGIs are at the forefront of this challenge by delivering essential and fundamental services such as drinking water, secure energy supply, waste management and reliable and sustainable mobility services contributing to the essential objectives of the reduction plan.”

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