European Commission

Climate goals, energy security, and sustainable prosperity among EU's top legislative priorities for the coming year

European Commission proposes reforms to CBAM that would see a further 180 imported steel and aluminium products impacted by the levy

In Brussels and Westminster environmental policies are being rolled back, loading yet more risks onto economies already under intense pressure from climate impacts and clean tech competitors

New package would drop planned ban, requiring manufacturers to instead cut tailpipe emissions 90 per cent by 2035 while ramping up investment in clean technologies

Brussels proposes changes to flagship Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulations to reduce overlap and curb compliance costs

Climate ministers agree compromise climate deal, featuring review clause and potential for a larger contribution from carbon credits

Large and medium-sized companies may still be required to comply with landmark EU Deforestation Regulation from start of next year

Lawmakers agree deal to simplify CSRD and CSDDD in a bid to boost EU competitiveness and cut red tape, but reforms would still require large corporates to strengthen reporting and due diligence efforts

Guide includes best practices for integrating deforestation-free supply chain due diligence into commercial contracts in line with the EU Deforestation Regulation

Stark report from European Environment Agency warns nature loss and escalating climate impacts are undermining economic growth and security