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RSSCO2 emissions from new cars and vans in 2022 down over a quarter since 2019 thanks to growing zero-emission vehicle sales
The final monitoring data published by the European Environment Agency today shows the average CO2 emissions of new cars registered in Europe fell further in 2022 to a new low of 27% below 2019 levels.
First Commission report on real-world CO2 emissions of cars and vans using data from on-board fuel consumption monitoring devices
Today, the Commission published its first report on the real-world CO2 emissions of new passenger cars and vans. The report is based on data collected in 2021 from fuel consumption monitors installed on-board of these vehicles.
8th EAP mid-term review confirms 2030 climate & environmental targets within reach
8th EAP mid-term review confirms 2030 climate & environmental targets within reach
Commission sets out key steps for managing climate risks to protect people and prosperity
Today's publication on managing climate risks sets out how the EU & its Member States can better anticipate, understand and address growing threats from the climate crisis. It further presents how they can prepare and implement policies that save lives, cut costs and protect prosperity
Publication of 2022 emissions data from aviation
The European Commission has published aggregated annual emissions data from aviation activities pursuant to Article 14(6) of the EU ETS Directive.
InnoSolveGreen: brewing beer with solar power
When you are sipping a Carlsberg or Tuborg next summer, chances are that the golden-coloured beverages were produced thanks to rays of sunshine.
Commission publishes new Recommendations on draft NECPs from Belgium, Ireland and Latvia
The Commission has published assessments of the draft updated National Energy and Climate Plans for 2021-2030 of Belgium, Ireland and Latvia, which include recommendations on where these countries should raise their ambitions in line with EU targets for 2030.
Commission invests over €233 million in Strategic Environment and Climate Projects across Europe
Today, the Commission is investing over €233 million in twelve new Strategic Projects across Europe under the LIFE programme to support the implementation of the EU's environmental and climate ambitions under the European Green Deal. These Strategic Projects are expected to mobilise substantial addi
Commission welcomes political agreement on EU-wide certification scheme for carbon removals
The Commission welcomes the provisional agreement between the European Parliament and the Council on the first EU-wide voluntary framework for the certification of high-quality carbon removals.
European Hydrogen Bank pilot auction: 132 bids received from 17 European countries
The pilot auction under the European Hydrogen Bank, for renewable hydrogen production in Europe, has attracted 132 bids from projects located in 17 European countries.
The Commission presented a recommendation for an EU climate target for 2040: what does science say about getting there?
JRC scientists assessed the socio-economic impact, developed energy scenarios on decarbonisation, investigated land use and forest sinks, analysed higher raw materials demand, and provided evidence on the cost of inaction.
Industrial Carbon Management interactive stories: a new tool to discover EU-funded projects in the CCUS sector
The EU goal to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 relies, among other measures, on the investments in industrial carbon management technologies (ICM), which include carbon dioxide capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS).
Commission presents recommendation for 2040 emissions reduction target to set the path to climate neutrality in 2050
We have today published a detailed impact assessment on pathways to reach the agreed goal of making the European Union climate neutral by 2050. Based on this impact assessment, the Commission recommends a 90% net GHG emissions reduction target.
Commission sets out how to sustainably capture, store and use carbon to reach climate neutrality by 2050
Today's Communication identifies a set of actions to be taken at EU and national level to enable the deployment of these technologies and the necessary infrastructure to establish a single market for CO2 in Europe in the decades ahead.
CO2 transport infrastructure: key to achieving climate neutrality by 2050
Capturing carbon emissions from industry and storing or using them will contribute to our goal to achieve climate neutrality by 2050.
Commission welcomes adoption of ambitious rules to limit fluorinated gases and ozone depleting substances
The European Commission welcomes today's adoption of strengthened rules on the use of fluorinated gases (F-gases) and ozone-depleting substances (ODS), which currently represent over 3 percent of the EU's total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Commission welcomes agreement on strong EU targets to reduce CO2 emissions from new trucks and urban buses
The European Commission welcomes today's agreement between the European Parliament and Council on a provisional political agreement strengthening CO2 emissions standards for new heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) entering the EU market from 2030.
Climate action highlights of 2023
A rundown of the 2023 climate action highlights from the European Commission
2024 EU ETS auction calendars published
Today, the European Energy Exchange (EEX) published the 2024 EU ETS auction calendars for general and aviation allowances.
Temporary suspension of the Union Registry and EUTL Public for technical maintenance and software upgrade on 11 January 2024
On Thursday, 11 January 2024, from 09:00 CET until 13:00 CET, access to the Union Registry and EUTL Public will be suspended to undertake a technical maintenance and a software upgrade.