German coalition deal paves way for EU’s 2040 climate target plan

Published 16:06 on April 9, 2025 / Last updated at 16:37 on April 9, 2025 / / EMEA, EU ETS, International, Paris Article 6

The German government coalition deal, unveiled on Wednesday, shows support for the EU’s mooted 90% greenhouse gas reduction target for 2040, allowing a limited amount of 3% for international credits delivered under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement to meet the objective.
The German government coalition deal, unveiled on Wednesday, shows support for the EU’s mooted 90% greenhouse gas reduction target for 2040, allowing a limited amount of 3% for international credits delivered under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement to meet the objective.


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