On 16 June 2022, ZEP set forth a paper on enabling emitters covered by the EU and UK ETS to store CO2 across CCS systems, while benefitting from the same incentives.
ZEP proposal for similar rules on CO2 storage in the EU and UK ETS

On 16 June 2022, ZEP set forth a paper on enabling emitters covered by the EU and UK ETS to store CO2 across CCS systems, while benefitting from the same incentives.
The European Commission adopted on 8 March 2022 a Communication called ‘REPowerEU: Joint European Action for more affordable, secure and sustainable energy’ to reduce its dependence on Russian energy imports, reinforce its energy autonomy and address rising energy prices.
In the midst of a geopolitical and energy crisis and ahead of the launch of the REPowerEU plan, ZEP reaffirms the need for all low- and zero-carbon technologies – a technology-neutral and long-term approach to climate action in energy and industry is crucial to avoid jeopardising an already extremely challenging path towards climate neutrality and preserve industrial activity and employment.
This factsheet summarises the findings and conclusions of the ZEP report Experience in developing CO2 storage under the Directive on the geological storage of carbon dioxide. The report is the outcome of a workgroup convened by the Zero Emissions Platform, aiming to facilitate the work of operators and public authorities working on the deployment of CO2 storage projects.
Transporting CO2 by ship and by inland waterway will be crucial for climate action. A ZEP report documents addresses addresses key challenges in this area.
The IPCC published its latest report on climate change mitigation. Key messages on CCS and CCU are outlined in this ZEP briefing.
On 28 March 2022, ZEP set forth a proposal for a regulatory framework for CO2 transport infrastructure.
On 25 March 2022, ZEP responded to the stakeholder consultation on the certification of carbon removals. This will contribute to the European Commission’s necessary and significant step towards integrating carbon removals into EU climate policies.
The European Commission received 138 project proposals after the Innovation Fund closed its second call for large-scale projects on 3 March 2022. A total of €1.5 billion is to be made available for projects supporting the European Green Deal. On 11 March, the Commission reported that the project submissions represented €12.1 billion in requested funding.
The European Union condemned the invasion of Ukraine by Russia on 24 February 2022 and has adopted a package of economic sanctions. The EU is also seeking to reinforce its energy autonomy and address rising energy prices.
Key elements are highlighted in this ZEP Briefing.