Statement by scientists 4 Future (S4F) regarding the „Demands of Fridays for Future Germany to the German representatives in the EU”

Abstract

Scientists for Future (S4F) confirm that the demands of Fridays for Future (FFF) on EU politics are factually necessary and scientifically justified. According to IPCC calculations, the EU27 will have a residual budget for emissions of 20 Gt CO2 from 2021 to limit global warming to a maximum of 1.5 degrees. An 80% reduction in emissions by 2030 corresponds to a path within this budget framework. The EU would have to be CO2-neutral by 2035 at the latest. The demands by FFF are consistent with the 1.5 degree target. They are based on climate science and are politically and economically within the range of what is necessary and feasible.