EU lawmakers gather for major vote on climate legislation

A year ago the European Commission signed off on its “Fit for 55” package to slash net greenhouse emissions, and Wednesday’s vote will help determine whether the EU’s actions on climate can match its words. © AFP via Getty Images - PATRICK HERTZOG

The European Parliament is on Wednesday voting on measures crucial to reducing emissions within the bloc by 55 percent this decade.

MEPs will vote on eight proposals to confirm the parliament’s position for negotiations with EU countries on final legislation to slash emissions faster.