In its press release dated 31 January 2025, the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy states under the title "Bundestag adopts comprehensive reform of emissions trading":
"The draft also lays the foundation for the transition to the new European emissions trading scheme for transport and heat ('ETS-2'), which will be introduced from 2027 and replace the German fuel emissions trading scheme under the Fuel Emissions Trading Act (BEHG)."
Carbon credits: a new challenge for Luxembourg fund managers are rapidly gaining traction as an attractive new asset class for fund investors, reflecting increasing global commitments to carbon neutrality.
Revenue from emissions trading reached a record level in 2024. Politicians and experts are calling for this money to be passed on to citizens.
At midday, the traffic light coalition presented plans for cuts and savings. The Chancellor emphasised the necessity of this despite his unpopularity. The government statement focussed on the EU summit.
From January, the CO₂ levy will increase by 10 euros per tonne. This adjustment will also affect waste management companies for the first time. The effects of this can be seen at the petrol station
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