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How carbon credits could help and hurt the climate
The European Commission is set to permit countries to use carbon credits to "outsource a portion of their climate efforts to poorer countries from 2036," said Politico. These credits will also count toward the Commission's 2040 climate target. Carbon credits have become a significant part of many countries and companies' plans to reduce emissions. But while some claim any reduction of emissions is good regardless of location, others say that the…
The so-called ETS2 allowances have been a big topic of discussion recently. They were approved at the European level sometime earlier this decade as part of the European Fit for 55 environmental agenda, which ensures that the carbon footprint of everyday operations will be charged.
The European Commission will allow EU member states to achieve part of their climate goals in poorer countries from 2036, according to the Brussels-based portal Politico.
The EU Simplifies CBAM – What Are the Potential Implications?
The European Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement (i.e., a post-consultation, non-binding political deal in relation to the final text of a legislative proposal) to streamline the European Union’s (EU) Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) on June 18, 2025. This is a key instrument to prevent carbon leakage and align trade policy with the EU’s climate goals. The changes are part of the EU’s broader sustainability legislative
Switzerland Pauses Climate Disclosure Revisions to Align with EU
The Swiss government has hit the pause button on revising its climate disclosure rules for companies, citing the need for regulatory alignment with the European Union’s ongoing sustainability reporting reforms. This decision delays the implementation of new climate-related reporting requirements, including a mandate for companies to provide net-zero roadmaps aligned with Switzerland’s 2050 climate… Source
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