Can you separate ETS2 myth from fact?
New means of financing are essential but, while households are already the main contributors to energy taxation in France, the implementation of new taxes should not be done before making sustainable solutions accessible to vulnerable households
ETS‑2 must be embedded in a comprehensive policy mix that reduces emissions while ensuring social fairness.
It is essential to maintain strong climate action within tools such as ETS2, towards the most polluting sectors, but to do so in a way that benefits society as a whole and, in particular, those who are most likely to be left behind during the ecological and energy transition.
While there are legitimate concerns about socioeconomic impacts of the mechanism, there are effective tools to mitigate the adverse effects and even ensure a positive impact on households when implemented correctly.
LIFE Effect is calling on the European Commission, the European Parliament and EU member states to ensure an ambitious and timely implementation of the Emissions Trading System for road transport and buildings (ETS2).
