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European Commission proposes loosening of EU emissions trading system

The new proposals, which differ from earlier climate protection plans, have drawn criticism for potentially weakening climate measures, according to a Deutsche Welle report.

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The European Commission has presented proposals that would loosen the European Union’s emissions trading system, marking a departure from its earlier climate protection plans. Critics say the changes could dilute existing climate measures, raising concerns about the strength of the EU’s climate policy. The information comes from a report by Deutsche Welle.