Decentralising Environmental Public Spending: From Political Platforms to Actual Policies in the EU Countries

Key Points

• Decentralising environmental public spending enhances local governance, fostering sustainable practices and accountability.
• Analysis shows significant variation in implementation rates across EU countries, with some jurisdictions leading in policy adoption.
• Assessment of recent policies in various EU countries highlights gaps between political commitments and actual expenditures.
• Shifting focus towards decentralisation may improve responsiveness to local environmental challenges, urging greater transparency.