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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated the EU will use all tools to address its unsustainable trade deficit with China. She highlighted the need to secure critical minerals and rare
The European Commission welcomed new US tariffs, noting exemptions for generic medicines and active ingredients align with prior trade commitments. Officials expect this to provide market stability an
The European Commission proposed sweeping changes to the EU Emissions Trading System, slowing emission cuts and extending free permits for heavy industries like steel and cement while expanding covera
The European Commission plans to overhaul the EU Emissions Trading System to meet 2040 climate goals, significantly impacting industrial sectors like chemicals and steel through revised permit rules a
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) supports the EU Commission's roadmap to phase out animal testing via a new platform for alternative chemical safety assessment methods. This initiative focuses on
The European Commission plans to maintain the G7 price cap on Russian crude at $44 per barrel during its upcoming review. This move aims to curb Moscow's revenue from the war while avoiding global oil
The European Commission adopted a Fertilizer Action Plan to support farmers facing rising costs and reduce import dependency. Measures include strengthening domestic production, promoting bio-based fe
The European Commission proposes emergency funds and stockpiling strategies to support farmers facing soaring fertilizer costs triggered by the Iran war disrupting shipments through the Strait of Horm
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) assumes new scientific tasks under revised EU water protection laws to mitigate chemical pollution in surface and groundwater. ECHA will generate technical reports
The European Commission awarded €1.09 billion for nearly 1.1 GW of electrolyzer capacity under its third hydrogen bank auction. Winning projects aim to produce over 1.3 million metric tons of hydrogen
The European Commission published EUDR simplification measures, cutting compliance costs by 75% and expanding product scope to include coffee and palm oil derivatives. Implementation remains scheduled
The European Commission stated there is no current jet fuel shortage in the EU, though supply issues could occur due to the Iran war, while crude oil supplies to refineries remain stable.
The European Commission set the first CBAM certificate price at €75.36 per metric ton for Q1 2026, affecting imports of fertilizers, metals, and energy. Weekly pricing calculations begin in February 2
Germany's chemical industry association VCI welcomed the European Commission's proposal to preserve carbon allowances in the EU ETS Market Stability Reserve, urging further policy adjustments to suppo
The European Commission proposed suspending import tariffs on ammonia and nitrogen fertilizers for one year to offset Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism costs, benefiting non-Russian suppliers while m
The European Commission approved a €3 billion German aid scheme to fund investments adding manufacturing capacity for net-zero technologies, aiming to bolster clean tech production capabilities.
The European Commission issued guidance on the CBAM emergency brake mechanism following fertilizer sector backlash. The rules clarify the temporary suspension status while keeping the fertilizer secto
ECHA and the European Commission are collaborating to implement toy safety regulations, focusing on assessing chemical safety and processing derogation requests for prohibited substances.
The European Commission proposed a Biotech Act to enhance sector resilience and competitiveness, while launching a joint initiative with the EIB to mobilize €10 billion in investment for European biot
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