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Europe was the first region to create an industrial society based on fossil fuels and so an early contributor to climate change. But it has also taken an early lead in taking action to combat the problem: for example, the '20-20-20' targets requiring a 20% reduction in CO2 emissions, a 20% improvement in energy efficiency and 20% of power to be generated from renewable sources by 2020.
Bulgaria
Bulgarian membership of EU has led to an increased public understanding that taking action against climate change requires immediate investment
Czech Republic
During their Presidency of the EU, the Czechs worked hard to find a consensus at EU level but, with a new government, it remains to be seen how high up the agenda climate change will be.
France
An energy law in 2005 set out a 2050 target of a 75% reduction in carbon emissions in France by 2050
Germany
Although Germany is above the European average with per-capita CO2 emissions in excess of 10 tonnes, it is one of the few EU-15 countries in compliance with its Kyoto commitments
Hungary
Political developments around climate change have enjoyed an exceptional degree of consensus in the otherwise highly confrontational Hungarian political scene. But translating objectives to action may be another matter
Italy
As a major European food producer and manufacturer, the effects of the decisions made in Copenhagen will have a big impact on Italy
Malta
Malta is highly vulnerable to a changing climate as rising sea levels are threatening to submerge parts of the islands
The Netherlands
With over 60% of The Netherlands lying beneath sea-level, the effects of climate change have always been at the forefront of Dutch minds
Poland
Though awareness is low compared to the UK and much of Europe, the Polish Government is engaging with the EU and others to work towards securing an agreement at Copenhagen
Russia
Russia has ambitious domestic targets to improve energy efficiency by 40% by 2020 against 2007 levels, which offers the prospect of favourable conditions for Russia to set a more ambitious emissions target at Copenhagen
Spain
Spain could be one of the worst effected countries in Europe worst affected by climate change
Sweden
Sweden will hold the Presidency for the EU during the negotiations at Copenhagen, and is committed to giving a high priority issues surrounding climate change
4 degree map in Finland
The British Ambassador to Finland, Dr Valerie Caton ,handed over a copy of the 4 Degree Map to the Finnish Minister of Environment, showing the effects of a 4 degree rise in global temperatures.
Elders send climate message to the world
The Elders, a group of eminent global leaders brought together by Nelson Mandela, have delivered an urgent message to world leaders for a strong Copenahgen deal.