European Parliament calls for introduction of cross-border CO2 tax
The European Parliament supported plans for the introduction of a CO2 tax on certain foreign products to prevent carbon leakage
Environmental organizations urge Croatia to stop burning coal, sue ministry over TPP Plomin 1
At a time when many EU countries are working on coal phase-out, Croatia is planning to overhaul coal-fired TPP Plomin 1.
Serbia adopts bill on climate change
More than two and a half years after the public debate on the draft law on climate change has ended, the government has adopted the bill.
Building materials leading CO2 utilization market to USD 550 billion by 2040
Cement and other building materials offer the biggest potential as governments and investors are turning to CO2 utilization
CMS Slovakia: Reimbursement of CO2 taxes
Companies can still claim a refund of unlawful CO2 taxes from the competent authorities until 12 April 2021
EnC Energy Transition Tracker: 61% of power output in WB6 still comes from fossil fuels
The Energy Transition Tracker points to slow energy transition momentum and the decarbonization challenge in electricity production and transportation.
Germany plans to abolish renewables surcharge paid by power consumers
Within five years, the item in electricity bills for stimulating green power in Germany could be scrapped. An average family now pays EUR 413 per year
US poised for radical change on climate policy under President Biden
US President Joe Biden has ordered the new administration to review oil and gas projects on federal land, scrap fossil fuel subsidies, and replace the government’s vehicle fleet with electric cars.