Extraordinary taxation risks undermining Europe’s security of supply and energy autonomy

by Beri Retief | Apr 17, 2026

European energy industries across the value chain recognise the exceptional circumstances created by the current energy and geopolitical crises and the pressure high prices place on vulnerable households and businesses. Rushed tax policy responses, particularly when...

Joint industry recommendations on DG ENER Guidance on penalties for the EUMR

by Beri Retief | Apr 17, 2026

Commission Guidance on penalties Industry recommendations Summary of the recommendations: Penalties should not be the only source of flexibility in the EU MR framework, particularly in a context where key elements required for compliance are missing. Penalties setting...

Joint Letter: Urgent call for targeted amendments to the Methane Emissions Reduction Regulation through the EU simplification agenda including the stop-the-clock

by Beri Retief | Apr 14, 2026

To: Energy Ministers of EU27 Member States CC: Ms Ursula von der Leyen – President of the European Commission Mr Stéphane Séjourné – Executive Vice President for Prosperity and Industrial Strategy Mr Maroš Šefčovič – Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Mr...

IOGP Europe response to EU Taxonomy Consultation on the Technical Screening Criteria Delegated Act amending the Climate Delegated Act

by Beri Retief | Apr 13, 2026

Executive Summary IOGP Europe welcomes the European Commission’s draft Delegated Act (DA) amending the Climate Delegated Act and supports its objective of “ensuring that the Technical Screening Criteria (TSC) remain clear, coherent and workable in practice while...

IOGP Europe recommendations on workable solutions for the upcoming CO2 markets and infrastructure legislative proposal

by Beri Retief | Mar 26, 2026

Executive summary The European Commission’s upcoming legislative proposal on CO₂ markets and infrastructure will be a key enabler for scaling industrial carbon management and delivering the EU’s climate objectives, expected by Q3 2026. It represents an important step...