Telecoms NRAs to be entrusted with environmental powers according to leaked draft of Digital Networks Act (DNA)
16 January 26
Bianca Sofian
Telecoms regulators could be given a duty to gather environmental sustainability data to encourage the sustainable delivery of electronic communications services. This task would be supported by a general sustainability objective empowering national regulatory authorities to work on promoting energy-efficient and low-carbon digital networks and solutions.
Commission proposes relaxation of 2035 vehicle CO2 emission targets
14 January 26
Peter Dunn
The European Commission has proposed to relax the reduction targets for CO2 emissions for cars, vans and heavy-duty vehicles. The Commission also announced the introduction of further "flexibilities" for car manufacturers and the amendment of existing technical regulations in its Automotive package, including to introduce "super-credits" for a new sub-category of small electric passenger cars.
Cyprus Council Presidency highlights environmental priorities
07 January 26
Bianca Sofian
On 1 January 2026, Cyprus took over for the next six months the presidency of the Council of the EU, previously held by Denmark. The current presidency trio is made up of Poland, Denmark and Cyprus.
European sustainability developments – 4Q 2025 update
06 January 26
Bianca Sofian
Main developments on environmental policy and regulation in Europe in the three months from October to December 2025.
CSRD transposition: Belgium, Denmark, Finland and Slovenia transpose the “stop-the-clock” directive
22 December 25
Bianca Sofian
Cullen International tracks the progress made by EU member states to transpose the CSRD as well as the “stop-the-clock” directive.
Power and manufacturing emissions under the EU ETS fell in 2024
22 December 25
Michael van Maris van Dijk
The European Commission's annual report on the functioning of the European carbon market found that overall emissions covered by the system rose in 2024, in part because the maritime transport sector was included in the scope for the first time. Emissions from the power generating and industrial installations covered by the EU's Emissions Trading System (ETS) fell by 5.8% year-on-year in 2024 but emissions from the covered aviation sector rose by 15% over the same period.