4 chapters across the catalog
Ursula von der Leyen on European Energy Transformation
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reiterated the EU's commitment to transitioning toward "homegrown" clean energy sources. She emphasized the importance of the emission trading system and carbon credits to provide market stability. The policy comes amid calls for European citizens to conserve gas and reduce driving speeds during the energy shortage.
EU Electricity Market Reform, Carbon Emissions Trading System
The European Commission is working on an emergency intervention and structural reform of the electricity market due to skyrocketing prices. This overhaul includes the return of the Emissions Trading System (ETS) as a cornerstone of climate policy, effectively repricing carbon to incentivize clean technology investment. Critics argue these reforms function primarily as a new form of taxation and a "digital transition" toward a smart grid with increased regulatory control.
European Parliament, Emissions Trading System Vote Failure
A major climate policy vote in the European Parliament failed after an unusual coalition of the far-left and far-right voted against the Emissions Trading System (ETS). Rapporteur Peter Liese expressed outrage at the rejection, calling it a "bad day" for the EU. The aftermath involved a controversial procedural move to refer the bill back to committee for a "second thought," illustrating the EU's tendency to repeat votes until the desired outcome is achieved.
Cap-and-Trade Bill, EPA Home Licenses, and GE Lobbying
House Resolution 2454, the Cap-and-Trade Bill, is analyzed for its potential impact on American families, including an estimated annual cost of $6,800. The bill reportedly includes provisions requiring EPA licenses to sell homes, contingent on energy efficiency upgrades. This is framed as a giveaway to companies like General Electric and a massive expansion of government bureaucracy.
