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Poland Celebrates Delay of EU Emissions Trading System

11/7/2025

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Poland celebrated delaying the EU emissions trading system ETS2 from 2027 to 2028, calling it a win in negotiations with the European Commission.
Climate Minister Paulina Hennig-Kloska said ETS2 will undergo revisions, though the EU has not confirmed this.
Poland opposed the proposed EU target to cut emissions by 90% by 2040, approved with support from 21 member states.
Experts warn the delay undermines market confidence and EU's climate credibility.

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Poland celebrated delaying the EU emissions trading system ETS2 from 2027 to 2028, calling it a win in negotiations with the European Commission.
Climate Minister Paulina Hennig-Kloska said ETS2 will undergo revisions, though the EU has not confirmed this.
Poland opposed the proposed EU target to cut emissions by 90% by 2040, approved with support from 21 member states.
Experts warn the delay undermines market confidence and EU's climate credibility.