In an interview with Rzeczpospolita, Kata Tüttő critiques the European Commission's proposal for the EU's budget for 2028-2034, expressing concerns that the expected financial commitments are insufficient to meet the ambitious climate targets set by the EU. She highlights the recent commitments made by the Commission and the European Parliament regarding climate neutrality by 2050 and describes how these obligations are largely expected to be fulfilled at the city and regional levels, which are experiencing significant financial shortfalls for these projects.

Tüttő stresses the importance of cohesion policy, underlining its crucial role in addressing the financial needs of municipalities and regions that are directly involved in implementing climate and environmental initiatives. She argues that while member states are responsible for financing, approximately 70% of the objectives must be executed at the subnational level, indicating a need for more robust financial support to ensure effective implementation of these critical initiatives.

The implications of underfunding could have dire consequences not only for local populations but also for the EU’s overall climate goals. Tüttő's remarks shed light on the urgent need for a reconsideration of budget allocations to avoid jeopardizing future sustainability and environmental security in Europe.