Dutch politician Wopke Hoekstra appointed as EU's climate chief

Wednesday, 4 October 2023
Dutch politician Wopke Hoekstra has received approval for the role of the EU's climate chief after facing scrutiny from MEPs regarding his employment history and commitment to climate action. Hoekstra, formerly associated with Shell and McKinsey, emphasized his stance on the oil industry and pledged to phase out fossil fuel subsidies and support a target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 90% by 2040.

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News video: EU climate chief nominee Wopke Hoekstra vows more ambition in European Parliament hearing

EU climate chief nominee Wopke Hoekstra vows more ambition in European Parliament hearing 02:19

Former Dutch foreign minister Wopke Hoekstra struck back on Monday evening against accusations that he lacks the credentials needed to spearhead the EU's climate action policies.

Dutch politician Wopke Hoekstra appointed as EU's climate chief

EU climate chief nominee Wopke Hoekstra vows more ambition in European Parliament hearing 02:19

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