Nicosia: The Informal Council of EU Environment and Climate Ministers, which takes place in Nicosia on February 5-6, within the framework of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU, will focus on how legislation and finance can better align European climate and water resilience policies. The Ministers will also discuss how the EU can strengthen its effectiveness in global climate processes and enhance internal coordination.
According to Cyprus News Agency, the Council's sessions are scheduled to begin at 9:00 am on Friday, February 6. On Thursday afternoon, delegates will participate in a field visit, followed by a presentation on Cyprus' tailored carbon sequestration quantification methodology and a walking tour of Lefkara village, concluding with a traditional dinner.
On February 6, ministers will convene in Nicosia for the informal meeting. The first plenary session will explore how legislation and financial instruments can better support the alignment of climate and water resilience policies. The second session will focus on the EU's role and leadership in international climate negotiations, with the aim of identifying potential adjustments to secure improved outcomes in the future.
During the Informal Council, Ministers will have the opportunity to reflect on the European Union's experience in international climate negotiations, drawing lessons from COP30. Ministers will exchange views on how the EU can strengthen its effectiveness in global climate processes, enhance internal coordination, and better translate political ambition into tangible outcomes on the ground.
In addition, the Informal Council will address key challenges related to the circular economy, building on the European Commission's Winter Package presented in December 2025. Discussions will focus on plastics recycling, market conditions for recycled materials, regulatory coherence, and the path towards the upcoming Circular Economy Act, with the aim of supporting investment, innovation and long-term circularity across the Union.