G. Kefalogiannis: The prescribed burning is a way to avoid nature violently removing what we can manage in a controlled manner
Greek Minister Giannis Kefalogiannis discussed key points of the 'Active Fight' bill during a parliamentary session, emphasizing collaboration with opposition parties.
In today's parliamentary discussion, the Greek Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Giannis Kefalogiannis, extensively highlighted the main aspects of the legislation named 'Active Fight'. This session, taking place just days ahead of the final vote scheduled for February 19, followed an initial reading and discussions with relevant stakeholders. Kefalogiannis expressed his belief that suggestions from opposition parties could significantly deepen the analysis of the bill's articles during the second reading, which might result in the adoption of several proposals into the final draft of the legislation.
Moreover, he underscored the overwhelming recognition from stakeholders that a thorough and lengthy consultation process had been undertaken prior to this discussion. During this process, many of their viewpoints were incorporated into the bill. Kefalogiannis emphasized that the legislation aims to address essential aspects of climate crisis management, particularly emphasizing controlled burnings, which are designed to prevent more destructive natural processes.
The implications of this legislative effort are notable, as it seeks to create a cooperative framework for managing climate-related issues in Greece, particularly through improved legislative measures. If successful, this bill could represent a pivotal step in enhancing the country's preparedness against the climate crisis, aligning closely with broader environmental priorities and engaging various political entities in this crucial conversation.