The burden of emissions reductions imposed by the EU carbon market has fallen mostly on the power sector, but, as emissions targets deepen, this will have to change. Are Europe’s industrial emitters ready?
In 2020, net-zero pledges fell thick and fast from policymakers and businesses alike. In 2021, those ambitious words need to be turned into concrete actions.
In order to overcome a last-minute veto threat by Poland, EU leaders agreed last week to consider new rules for the EU ETS and the just transition fund, leaving climate campaigners concerned.
As MEPs and governments thrash out the details of the Just Transition Fund, it is important they ensure the fund helps deliver on the target of a 55% cut in emissions by 2030.
A Biden victory would be a relief for climate campaigners worldwide. But would it be a game changer for global efforts?
Analysis of foreign direct renewable energy investment shows the EU accounting for a rapidly rising share of the global total.
European countries need to simplify permitting rules and procedures for wind turbines if the EU is to meet its climate commitments, insists WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson.
The European Commission is proposing raising the EU 2030 emissions reduction target from 40% to 55%. There will be fierce battles ahead.
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