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The European Commission in search of the best climate solutions in Europe

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The European Commission in search of the best climate solutions in Europe

11/02/2013Today Connie Hedegaard, EU Commissioner for Climate Action, launches a low-carbon contest, calling on creative and innovative minds from across the EU to put their green initiatives to the test. The World You Like Challenge is part of the European Commission's climate action campaign: A world you like.
Commissioner Hedegaard said: “The Challenge is a great opportunity to move beyond mere talking about climate change. By submitting your project, you help us show that building a world we like with a climate we like is both feasible and affordable. And it won't make our lives dull and grey.”

During three months, starting today, you can submit your own low-carbon success story for the World You Like Challenge. All projects, big or small, coming from individuals or organisations based in an EU Member State will be considered, provided that their main ..

Commission approves first eco-innovation for passenger cars

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Commission approves first eco-innovation for passenger cars

13/03/2013The European Commission today approved the first eco-innovation to help reduce CO2 emissions from passenger cars. The decision follows an application by carmaker Audi AG involving the use of light emitting diodes (LEDs).
Audi has demonstrated that the use of LEDs in the low beam headlamp, the high beam headlamp and the licence plate lamp is innovative within the meaning of the relevant legislation, reduces CO2 emissions and is not otherwise taken into account for determining the level of such emissions from vehicles.

The vehicle-specific CO2 savings from the eco-innovation will be certified for each version of the car that is equipped with this technology as part of the vehicle type approval procedure. The reduction in CO2 emissions will be counted towards the achievement of the manufacturer's annual CO2 emissions target, up to a maximum level of 7gCO2/km per year…

CO2 emissions from new cars fell further in 2012

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CO2 emissions from new cars fell further in 2012

30/04/2013Carbon dioxide emissions from new cars continue to fall in Europe, according to preliminary figures released today. Average CO2 emissions from the new EU car fleet decreased by 2.6% to 132.2 grams/km in 2012. This means that the average car became 17% more efficient in the period 2007-2012.
Climate Action Commissioner Connie Hedegaard said: “This clearly shows that it helps to set standards and European car makers are embracing the opportunities of moving to a low-carbon economy by delivering cars that are increasingly fuel efficient and emit less and less CO2. In doing this, the European car industry will not only remain competitive in the changing global market but is also benefiting consumers, who are saving money on fuel.”

The 2012 CO2 emissions data for new cars were published today by the European Environment Agency. Some 12 million new cars were registered, against 12.8 mil..

First CO2 emissions data for vans published

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First CO2 emissions data for vans published

18/06/2013New vans (light commercial vehicles, or LCVs) monitored in the European Union last year emitted an average of 180.3g carbon dioxide (CO2) per kilometre, according to provisional monitoring data published today. The fleet average target to be fully achieved in 2017 is 175g CO2/km.
The emissions of new LCVs were monitored and reported for the first time for the calendar year 2012 as part of the implementation of the EU Regulation on CO2 emissions from vans (Regulation 510/2011).

The provisional 2012 database covers approximately 1.1 million new LCVs registered in the EU, and should serve as a basis for improving the monitoring system and provide manufacturers with indicative information about their CO2 emission performance in 2012. Manufacturers now have the possibility to verify the dataset and notify errors and corrections within the next three months.

The database, which is hosted by..

European Commission launches two consultations on non-ETS sectors in the 2030 climate and energy framework

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European Commission launches two consultations on non-ETS sectors in the 2030 climate and energy framework

25/03/2015The European Commission is launching two parallel consultations on the development of 2030 climate and energy policies in the sectors not covered by the EU Emissions Trading System:
Consultation on the preparation of a legislative proposal for the Effort Sharing Decision in a 2030 perspective.
This consultation addresses citizens, stakeholders and experts involved in national greenhouse gas mitigation measures under the current Effort Sharing Decision, covering buildings, transport, waste and service sectors.
Consultation on the integration of agriculture, forestry and other land use into the 2030 EU climate and energy policy framework.
This consultation addresses citizens, stakeholders and experts in the fields of agriculture and forestry.
The consultations seek input on evaluation of current policies and the policy optio..

Agreement reached on cutting CO2 emissions from cars further in 2020

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Agreement reached on cutting CO2 emissions from cars further in 2020

25/06/2013The European Parliament, Council and European Commission reached agreement late yesterday on a further reduction in CO2 emissions from cars.
Connie Hedegaard, EU Commissioner for Climate Action, said:

“The European Parliament and the EU governments reach a deal on the European Commission's car emissions proposal: the 95g CO2/km 2020 target is secured and there is a limited use of supercredits. Also, the European Commission is asked to propose a 2025 target by end-2015.”

Key details of the agreement:
Emissions target: The agreement will reduce average CO2 emissions from new cars to 95g per kilometre from 2020, as proposed by the Commission. This represents a 40% reduction from the mandatory 2015 target of 130g/km. The target is an average for each manufacturer's new car fleet; some models will emit less than the average and some will emit more.
2025..

Commission approves second eco-innovation for cars

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Commission approves second eco-innovation for cars

27/06/2013The European Commission today approved an eco-innovation by French manufacturer Valeo Equipements Electriques Moteur to help reduce CO2 emissions from passenger cars.
Valeo has demonstrated that the use of Valeo Efficient Generation Alternator, with an efficiency of at least 77%, is innovative within the meaning of the relevant legislation and reduces CO2 emissions by at least 1g CO2/km.

The vehicle-specific CO2 savings from the eco-innovation will be certified for each version of the car that is equipped with this technology as part of the vehicle type approval procedure. The reduction in CO2 emissions will be counted towards the achievement of the manufacturer's annual CO2 emissions target, up to a maximum level of 7gCO2/km per year.

This is the second eco-innovation approved. In March 2013, Audi AG won approval for an eco-innovation involving the use of light emitting d..

2030 climate and energy goals for a competitive, secure and low-carbon EU economy

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2030 climate and energy goals for a competitive, secure and low-carbon EU economy

22/01/2014A reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% below the 1990 level, an EU-wide binding target for renewable energy of at least 27%, renewed ambitions for energy efficiency policies, a new governance system and a set of new indicators to ensure a competitive and secure energy system. These are the pillars of the new EU framework on climate and energy for 2030 presented today by the European Commission.
European Commission President José Manuel Barroso said: “Climate action is central for the future of our planet, while a truly European energy policy is key for our competitiveness. Today's package proves that tackling the two issues simultaneously is not contradictory, but mutually reinforcing. It is in the EU's interest to build a job-rich economy that is less dependent on imported energy through increased efficiency and greater reli..

EU Regulation on monitoring and reporting of HDV CO2 emissions adopted

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EU Regulation on monitoring and reporting of HDV CO2 emissions adopted

25/06/2018The CO2 emissions of new heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) registered in the EU will have to be monitored and reported as of next year, under a new Regulation adopted today.
From 1 January 2019, manufacturers of HDVs (lorries, buses and coaches) and Member States will have to monitor data including CO2 emissions and fuel consumption of new vehicles and report annually to the European Commission.
The Regulation – the first ever EU legislation on HDV CO2 emissions – is part of a series of measures to implement the 2016 European strategy on low-emission mobility. Following adoption by the European Parliament on 12 June, with today’s Council vote the Regulation is now formally adopted.
The monitoring and reporting requirements will be crucial for providing, as of 2020, the necessary data to set and implement new CO2 emission reduction targets for HDV manufacturers, as pr..

“Ende gut, alles gut”: Commissioner Hedegaard welcomes agreement on car emissions target

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“Ende gut, alles gut”: Commissioner Hedegaard welcomes agreement on car emissions target

25/02/2014The European Commission welcomes the European Parliament's endorsement today of the new target for CO2 emissions from cars. The target of 95g CO2/km in 2021 will further reduce road transport emissions and make a substantial contribution to meeting the EU objective of cutting greenhouse gas emissions beyond 2020, as set out in the Commission's recent proposal for 2030 targets.
Climate Action Commissioner Connie Hedegaard said: “Ende gut, alles gut. After long and difficult discussions, I'm glad that a deal was sealed which maintains ambition. This agreement gives the car industry planning certainty to produce more fuel efficient vehicles and saves consumers money. The 95g target is achievable by employing technologies available today. But it is clear that long-term clarity is important for the car industry. This is why the Comm..