ETS 2: Delay apparently violates EU law

A legal analysis reveals that postponing the launch of ETS-2 until 2028 violates EU law. This could also affect the legality of future EU legislation.

25. March 2026
EU-Klimakommissar Wopke Hoekstra im Gespräch mit Bundesumweltminister Carsten Schneider.
The following individuals approved the postponement of ETS 2 in the Environment Council: Wopke Hoekstra and Carsten Schneider. (European Union)

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Last updated: 25. March 2026