The EFTA Surveillance Authority updates rules on state aid linked to CO2 emissions trading
18 Jun 2026Effective: 04 Mar 202651 views
Who is affected:
Electricity-intensive industries and EEA States (Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein)
Summary
The guidelines regulating state aid that States can grant to companies affected by the greenhouse gas emission rights market are modified. It affects countries in the European Economic Area not belonging to the EU.
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The EFTA Surveillance Authority updates guidelines on state aid related to the emissions trading scheme (ETS) in force since 2021. These rules determine what compensation energy-intensive industries can receive to prevent 'carbon leakage', that is, the relocation of production to countries with fewer climate restrictio…
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