Why some steelmakers are trying to weaken the EU ETS
EU policymakers should not fall for this trap: the ETS is essential for EU companies planning to invest in a cleaner industrial future.
EU’s CBAM will help Asian economies step up their carbon market ambitions, simulation reveals
Rather than the feared depression in trade flows, the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) looks set to become a powerful climate diplomacy tool that will encourage Asian economies to clean up their industries, a new simulation finds.
CBAM must not be used to export pollution
In the heated debate on exports that risks undermining the very foundation of the CBAM, one question remains unanswered: for how long can EU policymakers shield heavily polluting productions from paying the fair price for their emissions?
Stop the steel: Despite hefty subsidies, ArcelorMittal backpedals on decarbonisation
After receiving billions in state aid and free pollution subsidies to decarbonise its production, steel producer ArcerlorMittal put its clean steel projects on hold.
Competitive, but at what cost?
There is an increasing need for both public and private expenditure, and an availability of growing ETS revenues. Those delivering the most climate action must be rewarded.
FAQ: The EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
Our latest FAQ has the answers to everything you always wanted to know about the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.
FAQ: EU Emissions Trading System Revenues
Our latest FAQ has the answers to everything you always wanted to know about the EU Emissions Trading System revenues
EU ETS price slump: The spectre of oversupply haunting Europe
The recent drop in prices on the EU’s Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) threatens to slow industrial decarbonisation and to deprive state treasures of urgently needed funds for climate action.
FAQ: What is the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS)
The EU Emissions Trading System is a cornerstone of the European Union’s climate policies, yet it is poorly understood. Here, we answer some frequently asked questions about the EU ETS.
