Without a significant increase in CO2 storage, a climate-neutral Europe is out of reach. The EU Commission focuses primarily on carbon farming and has launched a legal framework for the certification of CO2 sinking capacity. But this is precisely what could jeopardize the goals.
By Timo Landenberger
Time is running short. As early as March, the heads of state and government are expected to give the Commission direction on reforming the Stability and Growth Pact. At present, however, the positions are still far apart. A meeting of the finance ministers tomorrow is unlikely to change that much.
By Max Mustermann
The Commission has removed the central obstacle to the development of the European hydrogen economy. The Parliament even let the trilogue on the Renewable Energies Directive fall through last week due to the lack of a decision.
By Manuel Berkel
Euro 7 for cars and vans will arrive in July 2025 under the Commission's proposal. The date is no longer achievable due to delays in the legislative process and the rapporteur also slows the process.
By Markus Grabitz