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SUMMARY:Public Debate -  Flexibility in the EU’s Road Transport Decarbonization Policy: Electrification and Sustainable Fuels
DESCRIPTION:Register in person \nRegister online \n  \nThis is a hybrid event.  Important! Online participation is only allowed for attendees located outside Brussels. \nThis debate seeks to explore and critically examine the range of strategies available to reduce carbon emissions in the transport sector. While electrification is widely recognized by the EU as a cornerstone of its decarbonization efforts\, relying exclusively on it may not be a universally applicable or sufficient solution for all segments of road transport. The discussion aims to delve into alternative and complementary approaches\, such as the use of sustainable fuels—including e-fuels\, biofuels\, and hydrogen—and how these can be integrated into a balanced and effective policy framework. \nParticipants will engage in a thorough examination of the merits and limitations of an electrification-only strategy. The debate will consider technical\, economic\, and operational challenges faced by various transport modes\, particularly those where electrification is more difficult to implement\, such as long-haul freight\, heavy-duty vehicles\, and certain specialized transport services. \nA key focus of the debate will be the importance of adopting technology-neutral policies. This approach encourages the creation of regulatory frameworks that do not favor one specific technology but instead support a competitive market environment where multiple decarbonization technologies can be viable. By promoting innovation across all viable technologies\, the EU can accelerate progress toward its climate goals while avoiding unintended consequences such as market distortions or reduced industrial competitiveness. \n  \nAgenda
URL:https://ercst.org/event/public-debate-flexibility-in-the-eus-road-transport-decarbonization-policy-electrification-and-sustainable-fuels/
LOCATION:Curalia\, Rue des Deux Églises 33\, 1000 Bruxelles\, Rue des Deux Églises 33\, Bruxelles\, 1000\, Belgium
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SUMMARY:Launch Event - Future of Emissions Trading in the EU: Agriculture ETS (Public Event)
DESCRIPTION:This was an in person event.  “Important! Online participation is only allowed for attendees located outside Brussels” \nThis was the launch event of the Agriculture ETS Report\, under the framework of the Future of the EU ETS project.  The “Future of the EU ETS” was a process ERCST is putting in place to provide original analytical insights\, pinpoint challenges\, and propose solutions for the evolution of the EU ETS during the second Phase of phase IV (2025-2030) and post-Phase IV. \nFollowing the example of the recent extension of carbon pricing to road transport and buildings\, emission trading in agriculture could provide the right incentives to decarbonise this sector. \nThis event covered the Agriculture ETS Report\, this being the fifth report of the Future of the EU ETS project. The authors presented their findings\, followed by a discussion with participants. \nAgenda  Report  Slides  Recording \nDraft Agenda
URL:https://ercst.org/event/launch-event-future-of-emissions-trading-in-the-eu-agriculture-ets-public-event/
LOCATION:Conseil central de l’économie\, Avenue de la Joyeuse Entrée\, 17\, 1040 Bruxelles
CATEGORIES:EU ETS
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T075420Z
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SUMMARY:Stakeholder Consultation -  Bridging the CDR funding gap: design options and policy choices
DESCRIPTION:This is an online event.  \nBy invitation only. If you are interested in attending\, please contact mvarricchio@ercst.org \nThis Stakeholder Consultation is designed to examine how the European Union can accelerate the deployment of permanent CDR solutions by designing effective funding mechanisms. The discussion will begin with an exploration of the current landscape of CDR financing in the EU\, acknowledging that while CDR is increasingly recognized as a strategic tool for achieving climate neutrality by 2050\, the existing funding frameworks remain fragmented and complex to navigate. \nKey topics will include the potential of a public purchasing programme for permanent carbon removal credits\, the design and application of Carbon Contracts for Difference (CCfDs)\, and the role of other mechanisms such as competitive tenders and voluntary markets. The event will encourage debate on the advantages\, risks\, and trade-offs of each approach\, and seek input on policy choices that can ensure high-quality\, verifiable removals while mobilizing both public and private investment. \nThe goal is to identify actionable pathways for the EU to lead in the development and scaling of robust CDR solutions as part of its climate neutrality strategy. \n  \nAgenda \nDaft Agenda
URL:https://ercst.org/event/stakeholder-consultation-bridging-the-cdr-funding-gap-design-options-and-policy-choices/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251015T150000
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CREATED:20250624T084833Z
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SUMMARY:Stakeholder consultation: Towards a comprehensive hydrogen infrastructure - assessing progress and addressing gaps
DESCRIPTION:This is a by-invitation only ONLINE event. If you are interested in joining please contact ccavallera@ercst.org \nThe development of a robust hydrogen infrastructure is a key enabler of the EU’s decarbonisation ambitions and the broader green transition. \nERCST aims to collect relevant feedback on this topic to support the drafting of a comprehensive policy paper. \nKey topics to be discussed during this stakeholders consultation include: \n•⁠ ⁠The current status of hydrogen infrastructure development\, including pipelines and terminals;\n•⁠ ⁠Key uncertainties and challenges\, including permitting\, cross-border coordination\, and demand visibility;\n•⁠ ⁠Mechanisms in place to support infrastructure rollout\, such as financing instruments and policy tools;\n•⁠ ⁠The upcoming European Grid Package (expected Q1 2026)\, which aims to accelerate the upgrade\, digitalisation\, and expansion of the European grid. While primarily focused on electricity\, it will also address hydrogen and other infrastructure relevant to TEN-E corridors. \nDraft Agenda
URL:https://ercst.org/event/stakeholder-consultation-towards-a-comprehensive-hydrogen-infrastructure-assessing-progress-and-addressing-gaps/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:HYDROGEN
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251021T160000
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CREATED:20250922T082548Z
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SUMMARY:Stakeholder Roundtable - Future of the EU ETS: EU ETS - CBAM Strawman
DESCRIPTION:This is an in person event. “Important! Online participation is only allowed for attendees located outside Brussels” \nThis meeting is by invitation only. If you are interested in attending\, please contact ncaruana@ercst.org. \nThis meeting is intended as a brainstorming session for a small group of invited stakeholders and policymakers\, within the framework of ERCST’s initiative on the “future of emissions trading in the EU”. The final theme under discussion in this project is the “EU ETS – CBAM Strawman”\, with the report to be released in December 2025. \nThe “Future of Emissions Trading System in the EU” is a process that ERCST is putting in place to provide original analytical insights\, pinpoint challenges\, and propose solutions for the evolution of the Emissions Trading System in the EU with the participation in this important debate of EU institutions and EU stakeholders. In the framework of this sub-workstream\, ERCST has been organising thematic events along the last 2 years focused on key issues for the Emission Trading in the EU. \nDraft Agenda
URL:https://ercst.org/event/stakeholder-roundtable-future-of-the-eu-ets-eu-ets-cbam-strawman/
LOCATION:conseil central de l’economie\, Avenue d’auderghem 20\, 1000 Brussels
CATEGORIES:EU ETS
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SUMMARY:Launch Event: EU CBAM Circumvention Risks & Resource Shuffling
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””]As the EU navigates the CBAM transitional period\, 2025 is a pivotal year for shaping its future. Crucial reviews are underway\, and key implementing decisions are pending before the definitive period kicks off on January 1st\, 2026.  \nIn its third report under the ‘Border Carbon Adjustments in the EU – Phase VI’ workstream\, the ERCST will explore the implementation challenges and\, particularly\, the circumvention risks of the CBAM and resource shuffling. \nAt this event\, the ERCST will present its paper assessing the different types of circumvention risk and how these loopholes could undermine the CBAM’s environmental integrity and economic impact. It will assess the effectiveness of the CBAM’s current design in mitigating these threats and make recommendations.\n \nAgenda \nRegister here[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://ercst.org/event/launch-event-cbam-implementation-challenges/
LOCATION:online
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251029T113000
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CREATED:20251008T105155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T105242Z
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SUMMARY:ERCST & Veyt 2026 Review of the EU ETS and MSR:  Whitepaper Launch Event (Public)
DESCRIPTION:Register in person  Register online \nThis event\, organized in partnership between ERCST and Veyt\, marks the launch of a new whitepaper by Veyt\, exploring reform options for the Market Stability Reserve (MSR) under the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS). The study presents multiple scenarios\, and model runs assessing the impact of different design choices on market balance\, price trajectories\, and policy trade-offs. Veyt’s study focuses on a dynamic release function accounting for increasing future market tightness as well as the interaction with supply adjustments resulting from the RePowerEU programme. \nIn line with the EU ETS Directive\, the European Commission is mandated to annually assess the system’s functioning and future design. In June 2024\, the Commission initiated a call for tenders to support the evaluation of the EU ETS and the Market Stability Reserve (MSR)\, as well as the 2026 review of both mechanisms. Building on this\, in April 2025\, the Commission launched a 12-week public consultation to gather stakeholder views on the evaluation and review of the EU ETS and MSR\, aiming to ensure the system continues to contribute effectively to the EU’s climate neutrality goals by 2050. \nComplementing the Commission’s official review\, independent assessments play a crucial role in evaluating the EU ETS’s functionality and delivery. \nThe authors will present their findings\, followed by a moderated roundtable discussion. Participants from industry\, financial institutions\, Member State governments\, civil society\, and the European Commission.  \nDraft Agenda
URL:https://ercst.org/event/ercst-veyt-2026-review-of-the-eu-ets-and-msr-whitepaper-launch-event-public/
LOCATION:Conseil central de l’économie\, Avenue de la Joyeuse Entrée\, 17\, 1040 Bruxelles
CATEGORIES:EU ETS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251030T150000
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CREATED:20250630T084452Z
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SUMMARY:International Townhall: EU CBAM Circumvention Risks & Resource Shuffling
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column conditional_render=”%5B%7B%22value_role%22%3A%22administrator%22%7D%5D” css_params=””][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””]As the EU navigates the CBAM transitional period\, 2025 is a pivotal year for shaping its future. Crucial reviews are underway\, and key implementing decisions are pending before the definitive period kicks off on January 1st\, 2026.  \nIn its third report under the ‘Border Carbon Adjustments in the EU – Phase VI’ workstream\, the ERCST will explore the implementation challenges and\, particularly\, the circumvention risks of the CBAM and resource shuffling. \nAt this event\, the ERCST will present its paper assessing the different types of circumvention risk and how these loopholes could undermine the CBAM’s environmental integrity and economic impact\, and make recommendations. Additionally\, this event will discuss cooperation opportunities to ensure fair\, transparent\, and effective implementation of CBAM. \nDraft agenda \nRegister here[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://ercst.org/event/international-townhall-eu-cbam-implementation-challenges/
LOCATION:online
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