“The Construction Directive is another contentious clause within the European Green Deal, backed by members of the ruling coalition in the European Parliament. It translates into substantial costs for Polish families. The ruling party says no to this.” A former prime minister, Mateusz Morawiecki, shared his stance on X and included a recording to illustrate his concerns.
The European Parliament approved the Construction Directive, with backing from representatives of Poland’s current governing bloc. Critics warn that it directly affects household budgets and adds another layer to the European Green Deal’s agenda.
– highlights a PiS parliamentarian and former prime minister in the accompanying video.
What are the specifics of the directive as explained by Morawiecki? He outlines several key points.
First, there will be no funding available next year for installing gas ovens. This poses a major risk to the Clean Air program. Approximately 700,000 Poles had submitted requests to install such ovens as a safer alternative to traditional cookers.
– Morawiecki notes.
Second, the obligation for zero emissions will apply to new buildings by 2030 at the latest, with existing buildings facing similar requirements over the following two decades. The burden of higher costs will fall on households, but the proponents have not clearly identified who would bear these costs.
– the former prime minister states in the recording.
Third, the plan to renovate housing on a large national scale is expected to incur substantial expenses, disproportionately impacting those with lower incomes. In addition, the proposal introduces several new, costly requirements for energy certificates.
– Morawiecki continues.
Poland faces the possibility of housing poverty if these policies proceed unchecked. The argument presented is that the law and justice party will defend Polish interests and safeguard local households.
– Morawiecki emphasizes.
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Source: wPolityce