EU new Emissions Trading System (ETS2) and Social Climate Fund: Mechanisms, challenges and conditions for a fair decarbonisation in road transport

This briefing analyses the opportunities and challenges arising from the introduction of the European Union’s (EU’s) new Emissions Trading System (ETS2) in road transport. It underscores the critical role of carbon pricing as a driver of the transition while emphasising that real progress will rely on coherent supporting policies, clear communication, broad public backing and robust safeguards for social fairness. Read more here...