State aid guidance on ‘carbon contracts for difference’ projects published by EU
( July 17, 2026, 13:19 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The EU’s state aid regulator has published guidance on how it will assess programs concerning “carbon contracts for difference” – where member states support manufacturers to reduce emissions by removing financial risks for decarbonization projects. The European Commission said such projects play a key role in the objectives of the EU’s clean industry goals and can boost the EU’s “strategic autonomy and industrial resilience.”Statement follows. The guidance is attached....
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