Public participation in NECPs: Evidence of weak & uneven compliance

Public participation in NECPs: Evidence of weak & uneven compliance

Planning the fundamental reforms that will directly affect the ways of life of millions of European citizens cannot take place in an ivory tower. Given the scale and pace of climate action that is required, citizens and stakeholders must be consulted and participate meaningfully in the elaboration of NECPs – or else society will not consent to the proposed measures.