Commission publishes simplification review of EU Deforestation Regulation

The measures include a report to the European Parliament and the Council, an updated guidance document and Frequently Asked Questions, and a draft delegated act on the product scope. The Commission will also present an updated implementing act on the Information System to Member States. For more information, please contact Manolis Karampinis.

Stakeholders ask for a dedicated framework for the Heating and Cooling Strategy

20 stakeholders signed a letter to the Commission asking not to merge the Heating and Cooling Strategy with the electrification plan, given that it requires “a dedicated delivery framework”, especially in terms of planning and infrastructure investment. The Strategy does not figure in the Commission agenda, sparking concerns among sectors’ experts. For more information, please contact Ileana Repaci.