Alongside Vilnius, which has already been recognized as Europe's Green Capital, Tauragė is part of a broader commitment by 100 European cities to achieve climate neutrality within five years, emphasizing regional efforts to reduce emissions and expand renewable energy.

However, Lithuania's climate initiatives face hurdles such as insufficient funding, which experts say could be addressed with increased government support and more EU funding.

The main challenges for Lithuania’s climate goals are concentrated in the transport and energy sectors, where efforts are needed to significantly cut emissions.

Tauragė has adopted environmentally friendly measures like electric buses, solar panels on public buildings, and a fully electric intercity bus fleet, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable transportation.

The city’s environmental strategy includes expanding green spaces, improving urban planning, waste management, promoting public transport, and making walking more accessible and enjoyable.

Despite these initiatives, the rise in car numbers—about one-third over the past decade—and increased petrol and diesel consumption pose significant obstacles to reaching climate neutrality.

Tauragė, a city in western Lithuania, is actively working towards becoming climate-neutral within the next few years, aiming to position itself as one of the most sustainability-focused cities in the country.

Local farms, like the biodynamic farm managed by Jonas Dragūnas, contribute to sustainability by avoiding chemical fertilizers and practicing organic and biodynamic farming methods.

Experts suggest implementing measures such as pollution-based car taxes, similar to those used in other European countries, but funding remains a major obstacle at both municipal and national levels.