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Part of The bloc's decision-making body in Brussels is proposing reforms to the flagship climate policy, which affects the Emissions Trading System and the Czech Republic.

How could the Franco-German deal on EU emission rules affect the Council of the European Union?

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Council of the European Union must review scaled-down EU emission rules The European Commission proposed changes to EU emission rules, which were then shaped by a provisional Franco-German deal. This deal includes scaling down targets by scrapping the requirement for manufacturers to compensate residual emissions. Because the agreement is provisional and pending a final sign off, the Council of the European Union must formally review and endorse these major policy shifts before they become law across the bloc.

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  • France and Germany backed a further scaling down of EU emission rules for cars.manilatimes.net
  • The Franco-German deal scraps the requirement that residual emissions should be compensated by manufacturers.manilatimes.net
  • The deal also opens the door for cars running on renewable fuels to count as "zero-emission".manilatimes.net
  • The agreement restricts the "made in Europe" definition to the EU's 27 countries, with opt-ins for Britain and Norway.manilatimes.net

Why it matters

The Council of the European Union is the institution that represents the member states' governments and is responsible for adopting laws and coordinating policies across the bloc. Its decision on these emission rules will determine the future regulatory framework for the continent's struggling automotive industry.

This policy shift is significant because it directly impacts the balance between climate ambition and industrial competitiveness. The scaling down of targets and the easing of compensation requirements could significantly alter the investment landscape for carmakers across the EU.

What we don't know yet

  • Will other member states agree to the provisional Franco-German deal?
  • What specific conditions will be placed on the opt-in status for countries like Britain and Norway?

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The Council of the European Union formally rejects the provisional deal.The EU's climate policy would remain under the original, more stringent proposals, forcing manufacturers to adhere to higher emission reduction requirements.
The European Commission issues a revised proposal incorporating more member state feedback.The scope of the scaling down could change, potentially affecting the definition of 'zero-emission' vehicles or the scope of 'super credits'.

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  • About Granting Authority

    Given that the Council of the European Union must review these major policy shifts, what specific powers does the Council have to override or modify the changes proposed by the European Commission?

  • About Court of Justice

    If the provisional Franco-German deal is challenged by member states or industry groups, how might the Court of Justice review the legality of the scaled-down emission rules?

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The full eventFrance and Germany Agree to Soften EU Car Emission Targets and Expand 'Made in EU' Scope Everything aboutCouncil of the European Union

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