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Changes to carbon market reserve rules proposed by EU Commission

( April 1, 2026, 11:10 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: EU carbon allowances held in the Market Stability Reserve above 400 million will be retained in the reserve, instead of being invalidated as is normally the case, according to a proposal from the European Commission issued on Wednesday. The commission sees this as a buffer to support market stability and predictability. The proposal will be submitted to the European Parliament and EU countries for adoption. A review of the EU Emissions Trading System is expected in July, when the reserve could be adjusted again.The press release follows and can be found in the attached files, together with the Commission's proposal and Q&A....

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