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EU ETS at a crossroads: trends, challenges and the way forward

The EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) has been a cornerstone of Europe’s climate policy since 2005, contributing to a substantial reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. But after two decades of progress, the latest data raise important questions about whether...

ETS2 experts network workshop

In the framework of its Annual in-person and hybrid Climate working group the EEB is organising a  "ETS2 experts network workshop" taking place on Tue 13th October 2026. In that context, besides updating ourselves on the latest around the ETS2 implementation, we will...

Carbon pricing (ETS2) and the Social Climate Fund – where do we stand, and what are the impacts of the current fossil fuel crisis?
Apr 21, 2026

27 January | 14:00-15:30 CET | Online

This ETS Talk will explore how rising energy prices, evolving EU policies, and the National Social Climate Plans (NSCPs) are influencing a fair and effective transition under the Social Climate Fund.

Key topics:

  • The role of National Social Climate Plans in supporting a just transition

  • Outlook on oil and gas prices and implications for key sectors

  • Potential impacts on fossil fuel demand in heating and transport

  • What these trends could mean for ETS2 and future carbon prices

  • The evolving EU political context and its influence on climate policy

Agenda:
14:00 – Welcome & Introduction
14:10 – NSCP Overview, Chris Vrettos, REScoop
14:20 – Energy Price Outlook: Global Fossil Fuel Trends and Impacts, tbc
14:30 – EU Energy Policy and ETS2: Political Landscape, Lea Nesselhauf, climate policy advisor to Michael Bloss MEP
14:40 – Debate & Q&A
15:20 – Closing by ZERO

Register here

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