The EU sets its 2035 emission reduction target at between 66.25% and 72.5%
13 November 25
Emilie Degand
The EU published its updated NDC and set the EU 2035 target to reduce its GHG emissions between 66.25% and 72.5% compared to the 1990 level. The Council and Parliament also agreed on their position for the EU’s intermediate GHG reduction target, supporting a 90% GHG emissions reduction by 2040 while allowing up to 5% of the reduction to be achieved through international carbon credits.
Stakeholders discuss the final draft of the code of conduct for sustainable telecoms networks
13 November 25
Bianca Sofian
On 12 November 2025, telecoms industry stakeholders discussed the latest amendments concerning the scope and standards of the proposed European code of conduct for the sustainability of telecoms networks. Stakeholders are expected to submit their final feedback by 14 November 2025 or during the beginning of the following week at the latest.
External power supplies to be subject to tighter ecodesign rules
03 November 25
Bianca Sofian
The revised rules include increased energy efficiency standards, as well as new requirements for power output performance, interoperability (e.g. mandatory USB type-C ports for all USB chargers) for devices such as laptops or smartphones, and durability.
Despite not yet submitting its own NDC, the EU calls for strong actions at COP30
27 October 25
Emilie Degand
The Council of the EU set out its mandate for the EU’s negotiators at the upcoming COP30. The EU will seek to strengthen global efforts to keep the 1.5°C goal within reach, ensure that all parties submit ambitious NDCs, identify actions that will help mobilise the US$1.3tn target by 2035 and boost renewable energy capacity and energy efficiency.
Brazil offers tax incentives for data centres in return for localisation and sustainability commitments
23 October 25
Pedro Miranda
The government will allow data centre operators to pay lower taxes on equipment purchases over a period of five years, subject to localisation and sustainability obligations. However, Congress must approve the provisional measure by 16 January 2026 for it to remain in force.
European Commission presents 2026 work programme
22 October 25
Javier Huerta Bravo
The Commission “will focus on unleashing the full potential of the Single Market by 2028”, removing barriers in telecoms. It also announced plans to “modernise EU digital legislation and data protection”, without providing further details.