Fuel Quality Directive - a 'new' energy target for 2020
The adoption of the amended FQD will introduce a new target for the reduction of the greenhouse gas intensity of transport fuels throughout the EU by 2020. Read more
New proposal for binding 2030 emissions targets
We review the EU’s July 2016 proposal for binding 2030 greenhouse gas emissions targets for Member States, including the flexibilities available to Ireland. Read more
Ireland's new energy policy
We summarise the key elements in Ireland's new energy white paper, which sets a goal of reducing energy-related greenhouse gas emissions by 80-95% by 2050. Read more
EU ETS: beyond 2020
Phase IV of the EU emissions trading scheme (ETS) will run from 2021 until 2030 and is proposed to include steeper annual reductions in the GHG emissions cap. Read more
EU ETS annual compliance cycle
Large industrial emitters of greenhouse gases (GHGs) are obliged to monitor and report their emissions in accordance with the conditions set out in their GHG emissions permits. Read more
EU ETS phase III
The EU is pressing ahead with the tightening of GHG emissions of by means of phase III of its emissions trading scheme (ETS), which will run from 1 January 2013 until 2020. Read more
Sustainability criteria for biofuels
Biofuels must satisfy sustainability criteria that include minimum GHG savings and the protection of material and land with a high carbon stock and a high biodiversity value. Read more
How much will a carbon tax cost?
In anticipation of the introduction of a carbon tax in Ireland via Budget 2010, we consider what rate it might be set at and the potential impact on the cost of fuels. Read more