2.4.1 Reduce excess nutrients lost to the environment by at least half, in particular through more...

Nutrients are essential for life, but excess nutrients in the air, water and soil have major impacts on human health, climate and the environment. In Europe, excess nitrogen and phosphorus in the environment already exceed global safety limits (EEA/...

2.4.2 Reduce the overall risk of pesticides and highly hazardous chemicals by at least half,...

Pesticides are products used to prevent, eradicate or control pests or diseases and to protect plants or plant products during production, storage and transport. Pesticides have a harmful effect on biodiversity. Nevertheless, it is possible to reduce...

2.4.3 Reduce, prevent and eliminate plastic pollution.

The exponential growth of plastic production and consumption in recent decades has had serious negative impacts on the environment and human health. Plastic pollution has a significant impact on natural habitats and wildlife. The most visible effects...