Europe to Be First Climate-Neutral Continent, Von Der Leyen Says

The transcript emphasizes the urgent need for climate action, highlighting the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. It references the World Economic Forum's Global Risk report, which identifies climate-related risks as top economic threats. The European Commission's European Green Deal aims to make Europe the first climate-neutral continent by 2050, focusing on investment, innovation, and creativity to address these challenges.

What is the significance of acting now in relation to climate risks?

What is the goal for Europe by the year 2050 according to the text?