Germany withdraws support for EU climate rules

The stricter EU rules for CO2 emissions from trucks and buses are at risk as withdraws its support, despite an earlier provisional agreement within the EU. These new rules are aimed at heavy transport also making it more environmentally friendly. They record that against 2040 new trucks 90% less CO2 emissions. Against should be 65% and 2030 45%. Although the transport ministers of EU countries and the European Parliament reached agreement last month, Germany is now withdrawing its support, which means that ratification of the at risk plans.

The stricter EU rules on CO2 emissions from trucks and buses are at stake as Germany withdraws its support, despite an earlier provisional agreement within the EU.

The Liberal FDP refers to an agreement whereby Germany abstains from voting on EU plans if one government party opposes it. Without Germany's aid is likely that the proposal, which was already resisted by some smaller EU countries, doesn't make it.

Germany's voice is crucial because of the size of its population. In response, EU President Belgium postponed the final vote for two days, hoping Berlin will change its mind. On 09-02-2024 a final decision should be made. For transport operators it remains at present exciting or the final agreement on the regulation and whether changes in the rules and conditions may be made.

Once the decision is known, it is advisable for transport operators to draw up a clear plan for dealing with these upcoming changes. The preparation of a Future plan in advance allows favourable to market position and the ability to react effectively to the new regulations.