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EU capitals push to keep free carbon allowances during CBAM suspension

Published 17:22 on June 3, 2026 / Last updated at 17:22 on June 3, 2026 / / EMEA (Compliance Markets & Taxes, Europe), International (CBAM & Tariffs)

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EU member states want installations covered by the EU’s Emissions Trading System (ETS) to keep receiving free carbon allowances even if they are temporarily removed from the scope of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), according to a leaked draft compromise on extending the scheme.
EU member states want installations covered by the EU’s Emissions Trading System (ETS) to keep receiving free carbon allowances even if they are temporarily removed from the scope of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), according to a leaked draft compromise on extending the scheme.


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