The 2024 Innovation Fund calls drew 373 project proposals for net-zero tech and EV battery manufacturing, showing strong EU industry commitment to climate goals. Up to €3.4 billion in funding will support Europe’s clean, competitive, and resilient future.
Directorate-General for Climate Action
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Satellite data is vital for understanding, monitoring, mitigating, and adapting to climate change
On 2 May 2024, the Commission published Germany’s notification concerning its intention to voluntarily cancel allowances associated with the closure of electricity generation capacities in two ETS installations in its territory in 2022 due to additional national measures.
On 28 May 2025 at 18:00 CET, the European Commission will publish the total number of allowances in circulation (TNAC) on the EU carbon market in 2024.
Citizen science – where individuals and communities contribute to scientific research and data collection – is a powerful way to turn knowledge into real-world climate solutions.
The Commission launches a public consultation on the EU ETS, Market Stability Reserve, Innovation Fund, and Modernisation Fund ahead of 2026 reviews. Share your views on the future of EU carbon markets by 8 July 2025.
EU emissions under the Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) have now dropped by 50% compared to 2005, with 2024 seeing another 5% reduction. Driven by a surge in renewables, the power sector led the way—while aviation emissions rose and shipping joined the system for the first time.
On 18–19 March 2025, the European Climate Pact’s annual event, Together in Action, brought more than 500 people to Brussels. The event provided a space for Ambassadors and Partners to connect, reflect and get inspired, celebrating the power of collective action to drive climate solutions.
