Download or read book In-depth Report on the Results of the European Climate Pact Open Public Consultation written by and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The European Commission carried out an open public consultation on the European Climate Pact (the Pact) from March 4th to June 17th, 2020 (15 weeks in total). The inputs from this public consultation are relevant to shape the Pact ahead of its launch in the last quarter of 2020 and to inform the Communication on the Pact. This report provides an analysis of the responses received to the public consultation. This initiative aims to engage all European citizens, communities and organisations in all sectors of society and economy in designing new climate action, sharing information, launching grassroots activities and showcasing solutions that others can follow. The public consultation asked citizens and organisations questions on the three pillars of the Pact, i.e. talking about climate change, triggering action, and working together, as well as ideas and suggestions for further development and actions and interest in the Pact. The public consultation sheds light on the following insights: - Respondents called for more climate education. This was deemed as one of the most impactful activities that the Pact could support or contribute to. Education in schools and scientists and think tanks were also considered the most important channels or sources of information. Scientists and experts were nominated as the most suitable 'ambassadors' of the Pact. - Knowledge sharing surfaced as an essential theme in the public consultation. Respondents noted that they would like to know more about what actions other individuals or organisations are taking, as well as practical tips, and information on carbon, ecological and consumption footprints. This is foreseen by engaging in meetings and connecting with more like-minded people or relevant (local) platforms and initiatives through, e.g. workshops, participatory sessions, and networking events. Knowledge sharing and enhanced collaboration can also be achieved through trainings on climate change problems and collaborative solutions, matchmaking, and other opportunities for contacts and exchange. - Support (material or other) offered by the Pact or other related EU initiatives was recognized as a critical enabler of climate action. Respondents highlighted that they would want information on concrete actions that they could take, as individuals or as organisations. The expected type of support includes e.g. advice on actions that can be taken; advice on engaging with reliable information; support to cope with the effects of climate change and reducing emissions measures; material support (funding, capacity-building); and non-material support (e.g. visibility, recognition). Respondents appeared highly motivated to attend informative events to learn about climate action and to exchange information. The Pact could facilitate such events and offer support for collaboration initiatives and local initiatives. - For areas of action, the Pact would add most value in promoting a more circular economy, climate-friendly mobility and energy generation from renewable sources. Over the medium term, the Pact can also challenge carbon-intensive food production and consumption and integrate biodiversity issues into climate action. The latter are reflected in the themes that respondents are willing to address through their pledges. Local and sustainably produced food and biodiversity are supported by around half of potential pledges. Food choices being particularly important to the youth.