Cicero: Bundestag decides to significantly increase the CO₂ price.
In its press release dated 31 January 2025 entitled "Bundestag adopts comprehensive reform of emissions trading", the Federal Ministry of Economics explains: "The draft also lays the foundation for the transition to the new European emissions trading system for transport and heat ('ETS-2'), which will be introduced from 2027 and replace German fuel emissions trading under the Fuel Emissions Trading Act (BEHG)."
Handelsblatt: Record CO₂ revenue - the federal government receives 18.5 billion euros.
Revenue from emissions trading reached a record level in 2024. Politicians and experts are calling for this money to be passed on to citizens.
IMAGE: The CO₂ levy will increase much more than planned from 2024 (from currently 30 euros per tonne to 45 euros)
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. The CO2 levy will increase drastically from 2024: from 30 to 45 euros per tonne, rising to 55 euros the following year. Refuelling and heating will become considerably more expensive.
BR24: The CO₂ levy increases at the turn of the year: What you need to know
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 will be felt at the petrol station as well as for heating and in relation to waste disposal charges.
Climate reporter: Better than petrol rage
The CO₂ price for transport and buildings could rise dramatically in 2027. However, a study shows that the German government can counteract this. This can be achieved by raising prices more sharply in advance and implementing additional measures to promote the transport and heating transition.
