Germany’s coalition government will keep the CO₂ price in the national Emissions Trading System within a €55 to €65 range in 2027. This is expected to leave a multibillion-euro gap in the Climate and Transformation Fund’s (KTF) projected revenue.
By Nico Beckert
Europe must become more resilient to fluctuations in the global oil and gas market, according to two researchers from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and Uppsala University. They argue that the ETS 2 is an effective tool for achieving this, as it would save the EU billions of euros.
By Matthias Kalkuhl and Daniel Spiro
Germany has yet to submit a social climate plan to Brussels and, consequently, is not currently receiving funds from the EU’s Social Climate Fund. While there is no risk that the money will be forfeited, its usefulness in mitigating the social impact of the green transition is limited.
By Lukas Knigge
On Wednesday, the European Parliament voted on its position regarding the adjustment of the Market Stability Reserve (MSR). If the trilogue accepts this position, four times as many allowances would be available in the MSR as originally planned.
By Lukas Bayer
A legal analysis reveals that postponing the launch of ETS-2 until 2028 breaks EU law. This could also affect the legality of future EU legislation.
By Lukas Knigge
Last week, the member states tasked the European Commission with revising ETS 1. However, it must proceed with caution so as not to undermine the system’s very foundations.
By Lukas Knigge and Alex Veit
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.
By Lukas Knigge
There is growing debate over possible adjustments and reforms to the European emissions trading framework. A clear-cut solution is not yet in sight. While experts acknowledge the need for changes, they caution that modifications could have repercussions for climate targets and undermine earlier investment decisions.
By Lukas Knigge
Together with Luxembourg, the Scandinavian are rejecting a postponement of the new CO₂ market for heat and transport. They warn against a weakening of EU climate policy and urge speedy implementation.
By Redaktion Table
After a disappointing COP30, the European Union is preparing a strategic realignment of its international climate diplomacy. In particular, Brussels wants to make greater use of trade, financial and development policy to strengthen alliances and advance climate goals.
By Lukas Knigge
