Policies and Regulation
EU Faces Criticism Over Plans to Fast-Track Industrial and Energy Projects
A new report accuses the EU of weakening environmental safeguards to fast-track industrial and energy projects across Europe.
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Policies and Regulation
EU Divided as 10 Countries Push to Reform Carbon Market Ahead of Summit
Ten EU countries are pushing to reform the bloc’s carbon market, warning it threatens industrial competitiveness.
Policies and Regulation
Satellite Data Suggest Polish Coal Mines Continued Methane Venting Despite EU Ban
Satellite evidence suggests methane venting persisted at several Polish coal mines in 2025 despite an EU-wide ban.
Industry News
Slovenia Drafts Law to Close Velenje Coal Mine by 2033, Backed by €1.1 Billion Transition Plan
Slovenia has drafted a law to close the Velenje coal mine by 2033, allocating €1.1 billion to support workers, remediation, and regional transition efforts.
Industry News
Germany Launches €6 Billion Decarbonisation Program Including Carbon Capture Technology
Germany has launched a €6 billion decarbonisation program for heavy industry, introducing carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology into its climate contracts for the first time.
Industry News
Lloyd’s of London Scraps Net Zero Policies Under New CEO Amid Global Backlash
Lloyd’s of London has scrapped its net zero insurance commitments, allowing members to continue underwriting fossil fuel projects.
Companies & Organisations
Euromines President Stresses Balance Between EU Climate Goals and Industrial Competitiveness
Euromines President Jan Moström urged the EU to balance climate goals with industrial competitiveness at a high-level steel industry dialogue.
Industry News
G7 Nations Set 2035 Deadline to End Unabated Coal Use
G7 nations commit to ending "unabated" coal use by 2035, with provisions for flexibility based on carbon capture technology and climate targets.