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Aviation

Contrail avoidance in the EU: a quick climate win for aviation

Aviation’s non-CO2 impacts, including contrails, can be twice as damaging as CO2…

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Shipping

IMO negotiation briefing: April 2026

Our analysis of the high stakes at IMO's ISWG21 and MEPC84, from…

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Shipping
Shipping

EU must speak with one voice on Net Zero Framework

Legal opinion underscores need for unity amongst EU Member States in adopting…

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Shipping

Tacit vs. explicit acceptance: the IMO’s Net-Zero Framework

Tacit or explicit acceptance could determine whether the IMO’s Net-Zero Framework enters…

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Aviation

Legal powers to regulate international aviation under the EU ETS

Legal analysis of the EU’s authority to regulate all international aviation emissions…

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Climate law

Joint Paper: The Success of the European Green Deal

Member States must lead the "Fit for 55" transition to ensure climate…

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Aviation

Legal risks of the EU’s tax giveaway to airlines

Current fuel tax exemptions may violate state aid rules and the UK-EU…

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Shipping

Adjournment of the IMO’s Net-Zero Framework

IMO’s Net-Zero Framework is delayed, but ambition, timelines, and equity remain negotiable.

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Aviation

Avoiding contrails: options for international cooperation

Explore the legal frameworks and international agreements needed to scale contrail avoidance…

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