The European Green Deal is a defining element of the current term and one of its core legacies for the next mandate. Since its introduction back in December 2019 by the Commission and the subsequent adoption of the Climate Law, many action plans, communications and initiatives have trickled down to chart Europe’s path to climate neutrality. In this piece, we provide a comprehensive analysis of the state of play of the Green Deal legislation and outline the initiatives that may roll over into the next mandate.