Success of EU’s ETS2 hinges on complementary policies to ensure social fairness -EEA

Published 14:32 on March 9, 2026 / Last updated at 14:32 on March 9, 2026 / / EMEA (Compliance Markets & Taxes, Europe), Net Zero Transition (Transport & Heating Fuels)

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The EU's incoming Emissions Trading System for road transport and heating (ETS2) will drive bigger emission reductions and spur the shift to cleaner fuels and technologies – as long as it comes alongside early financial support for the most vulnerable, national policy backing, and clear communication, according to the European Environment Agency (EEA).
The EU's incoming Emissions Trading System for road transport and heating (ETS2) will drive bigger emission reductions and spur the shift to cleaner fuels and technologies – as long as it comes alongside early financial support for the most vulnerable, national policy backing, and clear communication, according to the European Environment Agency (EEA).


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