#52026AS122480EU Approval of German Carbon Leakage Compensation State Aid
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The measure allows Germany to provide €227 million in State aid to compensate companies exposed to higher fuel emission trading costs and at risk of moving production outside Germany because of those costs. The scheme is aimed at environmental protection while reducing competitive pressure on businesses affected by Germany’s fuel emissions trading system. Eligible companies across all economic sectors may be able to receive support through the German Emissions Trading Authority.
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Key Changes
- The European Commission raised no objections to Germany’s carbon leakage compensation scheme.
- Germany may provide up to €227 million in total aid, with an annual budget of €51 million.
- Eligible companies across all economic sectors may receive compensation linked to Germany’s fuel emissions trading system.
Affected Parties
Companies in Germany facing fuel emissions trading costsEnergy-intensive businesses at risk of carbon leakage+1 more…
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state aid,carbon leakage,emissions trading