Podcast in English
Text size
Bulgarian National Radio © 2026 All Rights Reserved

Bulgaria to reduce its CO2 emissions, but under certain conditions

Photo: BGNES

Bulgaria will support the EU's interim target by 2030 to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 55% from levels of 1990. But this would happen in case of adequate compensation mechanisms, the government decided, adopting an updated framework position for a European Green Deal.

It is also necessary to ensure a balanced and fair distribution of the benefits and burdens associated with the transition between individual Member States, the decision reads. Sofia insists on adequate funding from the EU budget, taking into account national needs and specifics, BTA has reported.



Последвайте ни и в Google News Showcase, за да научите най-важното от деня!
Listen to the daily news from Bulgaria presented in "Bulgaria Today" podcast, available in Spotify.

More from category

Christmas town opens in Plovdiv’s central square

Plovdiv will offer concerts, bazaars and an ice park for the Christmas and New Year holidays to its citizens and guests, the municipality has announced. Mayor Kostadin Dimitrov will light the Christmas tree in front of the Plovdiv Municipality..

published on 11/27/25 8:05 AM

Bulgaria faces widespread rain and cooler temperatures

On Thursday, minimum temperatures will range from 3° to 19°C, with eastern areas reaching 15–19°C and Sofia around 6°C. The day will be cloudy with widespread rain. Heavy rainfall is expected in western regions overnight and in central and southern..

published on 11/26/25 7:05 PM

Georg Georgiev: Support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia must continue

“Solutions for achieving peace in Ukraine must be based on fundamental principles of the UN Charter, such as sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.” This was stated by Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev at the informal video..

published on 11/26/25 6:41 PM