Region
Europe
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The EU’s low-carbon hydrogen rules show promise, but lack clarity
As the world’s third-largest hydrogen consumer, getting clean hydrogen right is crucial for decarbonising the EU’s hard-to-abate industries.
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Revitalising industry in the European Union: The role of Poland and the wider Central and Eastern European region
As the EU accelerates efforts to retain a competitive edge under its Clean Industrial Deal, a critical risk is emerging: the uneven pace of progress across regions.
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Pricing It Right: Accounting for Non-Permanent CCU While Safeguarding the EU ETS
This joint analysis explores two main policy options for how to account for non-permanent CCU based on fossil CO₂ under the EU ETS.
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From Ambition to Realisation: A Vision for Germany’s Decarbonisation
Executive Summary Germany has made significant efforts toward achieving net-zero emissions and has markedly progressed in transforming its energy system. This success relies heavily on the expansion of renewable energy and enabling infrastructure. However, as weather-dependent renewable capacity grows, Germany increasingly faces periods of both energy surplus, when conditions are…
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Investing in innovation: Unlocking the full potential of geothermal energy in Central and Eastern Europe
Geothermal energy offers Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) a critical opportunity to strengthen energy security and meet climate targets.
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EU 2040 climate target should prioritise real emissions cuts – not offsets
The European Commission today proposed a legally binding target of 90% net greenhouse gas reductions by 2040, marking a key milestone in the EU’s pathway to climate neutrality. CATF strongly welcomes this headline target, which aligns with scientific recommendations. However, CATF cautions that allowing international carbon credits to count toward…
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Strategy at the Geopolitical Crossroads: The Imperative for Secure and Clean Energy in Central and Eastern Europe
To maintain cohesion and strategic independence, given the economic benefits of decarbonisation, CEE nations must promote a collaborative regional vision.
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Central and Eastern Europe need a strong clean energy strategy, backed by the EU, to boost regional resilience
The clean energy transition in Central and Eastern Europe is no longer just a matter of climate policy – it is a geopolitical necessity.
