The European Parliament has passed the Renaturation Law as a component of the EU's European Green Deal.

The legislation mandates restoration of at least 20% of the EU's land and seas by 2030, escalating to 60% by 2040 and 90% by 2050.

Its goal is to rehabilitate natural ecosystems and actively involve landowners and users in the process.

The law has been met with resistance from agricultural groups and conservative members, as well as protests from farmers concerned about their livelihoods.

Despite opposition and clashes with police in Brussels, the law is considered essential for combatting environmental degradation and reviving the health of European seas and coastal areas.