Climate.Brussels e-News 08.12.22

Time to look at the new EU Batteries Regulation implementation
Brussels, 08.12.2022 – Two years after the Commission’s proposal, it is likely that tomorrow’s trilogue closes with a deal on a compromise for the new EU Batteries Regulation. Earlier in the year, RECHARGE stressed the importance of concluding trilogues on the Batteries Regulation under the current…
APEAL welcomes packaging and packaging waste REGULATION, but rules on recyclability of packaging need more ambition
APEAL, The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging, has cautiously welcomed the general approach of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) published today by the European Commission. Alexis Van Maercke, Secretary General of APEAL, said: “Packaging plays an essential rol…
Why diversity, inclusivity and equity matterin overcoming the EU’s energy crisis and climate change#United4EU
EU’s gas infrastructure operators stand united for Europe’s energy stability and climate. More than 220 000 talents from multiple countries, generations and of different backgrounds, skills, and genders work on providing solutions for a secure, decarbonised, and innovative energy system for Europe’s…
New edition of EBA Statistical Report shows sharp 20% increase in European biomethane production in 2021
“The 2022 edition of the EBA Statistical Report published today shows that the biogas and biomethane sector is already providing 18.4 bcm of renewable gas to Europe. In the mid-term, our sector is a key pillar of the REPowerEU strategy, including the deployment of 35 bcm of sustainable biomethane
Europe’s chemical and wind industries call for electricity markets to support investments in renewables
In an open letter sent to the European Commission, WindEurope and Cefic identify key priorities for the upcoming Electricity Market Reform. Marco Mensink, Director General of Cefic, stated: “Electrically heated steam cracker, electrolysers, heat pumps: many of the technologies that we need to create…