Aviation Regulatory

As the aviation sector enters 2024, it embarks on a transformative journey with the transition from the pilot phase of the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) to its first formal phase. This marks a crucial milestone in the global effort to mitigate the environmental impact of […]

The European Commission has released a consolidated version of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/2067, incorporating updates to ensure more robust verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and enhanced accreditation of verifiers under Directive 2003/87/EC. These revisions aim to standardize and streamline the monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) process across sectors

On July 1, 2024, the European Commission published the consolidated version of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/2066, establishing updated rules for monitoring and reporting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This regulation aligns with Directive 2003/87/EC and covers emissions across stationary installations, aviation activities, and fuel-related activities within the EU Emissions Trading

The European Commission has introduced Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2493, which amends Regulation (EU) 2018/2066. Effective from 1 January 2025, this update strengthens greenhouse gas (GHG) monitoring and reporting to align with the EU’s climate goals, including reducing net emissions by 55% by 2030, as outlined in Directive 2003/87/EC. Key Updates

The European Commission has amended Regulation (EC) No 748/2009 through Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/1030, updating the list of aircraft operators performing aviation activities covered by Annex I of Directive 2003/87/EC. This regulation, published on 27 March 2024, ensures effective alignment with the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS). Purpose

The European Commission is advancing its climate agenda by introducing a system to monitor, report, and verify (MRV) non-CO2 effects of aviation. This initiative, supported by the Non-CO2 Aviation Effects Tracking System (NEATS), aims to quantify and mitigate the climate impacts of aviation beyond CO2 emissions. Why Monitor Non-CO2 Effects?

The European Commission has introduced amendments to the ETS Monitoring and Reporting Regulation (EU 2018/2066) to align with the revised EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) under the “Fit for 55” package. These changes aim to reduce net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels,

The European Commission’s EU ETS Compliance Forum Training, held on October 11 and 17, 2024, introduced significant updates to the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) for the forthcoming year. These training events aimed to inform competent authorities, accreditation bodies, and verifiers about new Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) rules

The European Commission has released an updated list of competent authorities across member states responsible for enforcing Regulation (EU) 2023/2405, commonly known as ReFuelEU Aviation. This regulation, which aims to promote sustainable air transport, mandates compliance in areas such as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) usage, emissions monitoring, and airport operations.

The EU and Switzerland have been pioneers in leveraging market-based mechanisms to combat climate change. Their linking of Emissions Trading Systems (ETS) stands as a testament to the power of cooperation in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As 2025 approaches, the agreed arrangements for transferring allowances between the two systems reaffirm

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council has approved amendments to three pivotal documents under the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). These include updates to the “CORSIA Methodology for Calculating Actual Life Cycle Emissions Values,” now in its fifth edition, introducing new sustainability certification schemes and

The ICAO Council has approved significant updates to the CORSIA Default Life Cycle Emissions Values for CORSIA Eligible Fuels, refining the sustainability framework for aviation. These amendments are pivotal for ensuring compliance with Annex 16, Volume IV, of ICAO’s environmental protection standards. Key Updates: Implications:These updates reflect ICAO’s commitment to

The ICAO Council has approved updates to three critical documents underpinning the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), strengthening the framework for eligible fuels. Notable changes include the addition of a new Sustainability Certification Scheme and new CORSIA-approved feedstocks. Key Updates: Purpose: These certifications ensure compliance with