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EU sets out its first voluntary standard for permanent carbon removals

( February 3, 2026, 12:50 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The EU has established its first voluntary rules to certify activities that permanently remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The European Commission said the framework covers direct air capture, capture of emissions from biological sources and long-term carbon storage in materials produced from biomass. It aims to support climate goals, attract investment, prevent misleading claims and allow projects to seek official certification once the rules take effect, the commission said.Press release follows. ...

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