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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has defended the EU's Emissions Trading System (ETS) against attempts to dismantle it, emphasizing the need for commitment to the Green Transition.

The Italian government has called for a suspension of the emissions trading system (ETS) until a comprehensive reform is completed.

The EU's emissions trading system (ETS) is a significant factor contributing to high electricity prices, according to Arvi Hamburg.

Ten EU member states, including Germany, are calling for a review of the emissions trading system to adopt a more lenient approach for industry.

Silver Sillak emphasizes that the real issue facing Estonia's energy market is the insufficient development of new power plants, rather than the Emissions Trading System (ETS).

The German government is pushing to ease climate protection regulations for the industry, particularly affecting the chemical sector, raising concerns among environmentalists about Europe's climate goals.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz sparked a controversy regarding the EU's climate policy and emissions trading with a recent statement suggesting the need for potential reforms.

Several countries, including Estonia and others in the European Union, deem it necessary to revise the emissions trading system.

The price of carbon credits in Europe has dropped to its lowest level in seven months amid calls for a review of the emissions trading system.

Estonia is prepared to engage in discussions regarding potential changes to the EU's emissions trading system, following a call for reform by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

Estonian MP Jüri Ratas highlights political pressure in the European Parliament to improve the emissions trading system to enhance the competitiveness of EU countries.

Estonia's Isamaa party leader Urmas Reinsalu stresses the need for a fundamental change in the EU's emissions trading system to enhance Europe's competitiveness.

The price of carbon pollution rights in Europe has dropped to its lowest level since August 2025, driven by a debate initiated by Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding potential reforms to the EU emissions trading system.

EU carbon prices have sharply declined after calls from Germany, Italy, and the Czech Republic for a review of the bloc's emissions trading system.

Ahti Asmann discusses the need for a thorough risk analysis of the carbon tax in Estonia and the implications of potential changes to the emissions trading system in the EU.

Airlines for Europe (A4E) advocates for significant reform of the EU emissions trading system (EU ETS) for the aviation sector, claiming it disproportionately affects European airlines and passengers, and undermines EU's global competitiveness.

Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz has suggested that the EU's carbon emissions trading system may need to be revised or postponed to protect industrial competitiveness amid rising energy prices.

EU leaders are considering reducing ambition levels in the EU's emissions trading system, seen as crucial for achieving climate goals, to support economically struggling industries.

The European Parliament has approved a climate protection goal aiming for a 90% reduction in emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels, but has faced criticism for allowing emissions reductions through external climate projects.

Poland is lobbying for the retention of free CO2 emission allowances as the EU discusses potential reforms to the EU Emissions Trading System during an informal summit on economic competitiveness.

The chemical industry is challenging the core of climate policy as Brussels responds during the EU Industry Summit, with President von der Leyen facing pressure for potential reforms.

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, defends the EU's carbon emission policies amidst criticism from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron regarding high carbon prices.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a one billion euro funding for a pilot project in the mineral sector, aimed at enhancing industrial transformation and competitiveness.

Companies are expressing concern over the high price of carbon quotas in the EU, prompting discussions about potential changes to the emissions trading system.

European chemical companies are urging the EU to revise its emissions trading system due to high carbon prices affecting their competitiveness.

The EU faces increasing political pressure to reform its CO2 emissions trading system (ETS), with some Central and Eastern European countries advocating for a slowdown in emission reduction efforts.

The EU is thinking about loosening regulations in its emissions trading scheme, highlighting that the market mechanisms have failed to address climate change effectively.

The EU is discussing plans to further undermine its emissions trading system crucial for climate protection, as prices have surged in recent years.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš urged the European Union to reform its emissions trading system to lower energy prices in a letter to fellow member state leaders ahead of an upcoming competitiveness summit.

The podcast discusses the increasing challenges posed by the EU's climate policy, particularly the emissions trading system (ETS), and its impact on energy-intensive industries.

Germany achieved a record revenue in 2025 from the sale of carbon pollution rights, generating over 21.4 billion euros for the Climate and Transformation Fund.