The EU Emissions Trading System has reduced emissions in the sectors covered by it by 50 % since 2005.

Data reported by EU Member States by 31 March 2025 show a 5 % reduction in emissions in 2024 compared to 2023 levels from reporting stationary installations and aircraft operators. Thanks to this development, ETS emissions are now around 50 % below 2005 levels and on track to reach the 2030 target of 62 %.

The observed trend confirms the effectiveness and efficiency of the EU Emissions Trading System as an important policy instrument for the decarbonisation of the European economy. (More on climate.ec.europa.eu)

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