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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 5d

📌Methane emissions & reduction strategies

Yesterday we joined @eia-news.bsky.social & Legambiente to discuss #methane emission reduction strategies.

Experts highlighted that while existing regulations offer a path forward, implementation depends on the involvement of civil society & consumers.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 6d

🔎At #UNGA, nearly 100 countries (responsible for 2/3 of global emissions) announced new climate targets.

➡️The focus now shifts to #COP30: the crucial moment to turn promises into concrete plans & strengthen multilateralism.

Read the analysis by Alex Scott & Valeria Zanini👇
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UNGA and the Climate Summit: pledges and hopes in New York - ECCO

From 23 to 27 September 2025, world leaders convened in New York for the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 6d

🔎A new analysis by @ember-energy.org shows how gas prices influence Europe's electricity market.

While Spain has broken the gas–power price link thanks to rapid renewables growth, Italy’s reliance on #fossilfuels makes it among the most exposed.

👉Read the full report: tinyurl.com/3jzrkmud

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 7d

⚡Last week, at the #HeatPumpForum 2025, we moderated a panel discussion on how to make clean energy more accessible.

➡️We were joined by Marcos González Álvarez @ec.europa.eu, Daniele Agostini @enelgroupit.bsky.social, Peter Liese @europarl.europa.eu and Rheanna Johnston @e3g.bsky.social.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 7d

@regassistproj.bsky.social @louisesunderland.bsky.social @duncangibb.net @bramclaeys.bsky.social

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 7d

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Making electricity cheaper: Redistributing policy costs for affordable household heat electrification

Affordable electrification relies on affordable electricity. Nuanced price reform will best equip decision-makers for success.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 7d

Read them here👇

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Making electricity cheaper: RAP's eight priority actions

RAP identifies 8 priority actions to make electricity cheaper for European industry, businesses & households in the short, medium & long-term.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 7d

#MakeElectricityCheaper

🗣️“Lowering electricity costs is key to making efficient technologies accessible & boosting European competitiveness. This must be a political priority.”
-Chiara Di Mambro, ECCO

New reports from @regassistproj.bsky.social y.social present concrete solutions to achieve this ⬇️

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 7d

According to the IPCC, transforming food systems is key to meeting global climate goals.

This week, 90+ organisations backed the “Reimagine Food Systems” initiative, urging countries to strengthen their #NDCs by including commitments on agriculture & food systems.

👉Learn more: tinyurl.com/syruy67a

Reimagine Food Systems - A Call For Agricultural Emissions Reductions | Reimagine Food Systems - A coalition for agriculture transition

Urging COP30 delegations to embrace a just transition from industrial agriculture to agroecology is vital. This includes advocating for binding agricultural emissions reduction targets, promoting plan...

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 8d

📌Global Conference on Environmental Taxation

Last week, we were in Brazil for #GCET26, where the key role of taxation in the transition was reaffirmed.

For Italy, it highlighted the need to reform energy taxation & align fiscal tools with #decarbonisation goals.

👉Learn more: tinyurl.com/mse9paed

What is the Global Conference on Environmental Taxation? - ECCO

From 24 to 26 September 2025, the 26th edition of the Global Conference on Environmental Taxation (GCET26) took place in Porto Alegre.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 15d

Last week, we met in Gaeta to shape our 2026 strategy.

🗣️Days of reflection set the course for 2026, adapting to a changing world while advancing our mission for #climate action.

🔋With our batteries recharged & to-do lists updated, we’re ready to discuss the opportunities, solutions & risks ahead.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 15d

🔎Why #COP30 must confront the climate reality gap

Belém will serve as a test for responses governments must deliver on climate.

These must start by defining paths to scale up adaptation, accelerate the transition & mobilise finance.

👉Learn more in our @weforum.org article:
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Why COP30 must confront the widening climate reality gap

COP30 must confront the widening climate reality gap by prioritising adaptation, accelerating a just fossil fuel transition and reforming outdated systems.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 16d

🔎Europe's transition to EVs

Together with @theicct.org cct.org & other European think tanks, we’ve published a study on the evolution of EVs in Europe.

This will be presented today in Brussels, bringing together institutions, trade associations & civil society.

👉 Learn more: tinyurl.com/j5xr3kwv

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 22d

📌Europe’s deal with Trump risks undermining competitiveness & the transition

On 21 August, the EU signed a trade agreement with the US.

Though presented as a move to ensure stability, the deal raises profound concerns about the credibility of the #GreenDeal.

👉Learn more: tinyurl.com/5f4vyvnv

Europe’s deal with Trump risks undermining competitiveness - ECCO

On 21 August 2025, the European Union and the United States signed a deal that could mark a turning point in transatlantic relations.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 26d

#TeamECCO

🎉September has been an exciting month for ECCO: we are thrilled to welcome Laura Marinelli, our new Researcher in Economics and Statistics!

📚 At ECCO, Laura will focus on the effects of climate policies on economic & financial systems and on society.

Learn more: tinyurl.com/3baswrwh

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 26d

📌 Carbon credits: risks & opportunities

The EU aims to cut emissions by 90% by 2040.

But using carbon credits for 'flexibility' could increase EU emissions by 30% - unless the credits are based on the standards set in Article 6.4 of the #ParisAgreement.

👉 Learn more: tinyurl.com/drkp69kj

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 28d

#TeamECCO

🎉We are happy to welcome Valeria Zanini as our new Policy Advisor Climate Diplomacy!

📚Valeria brings strong experience in international policy on climate, energy & finance, and will support ECCO’s strategic analysis of multilateral climate processes.

Learn more: tinyurl.com/3vry6dv2

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · 28d

Yesterday at #ACS2, we hosted "The TeraMed Initiative - Unleashing North Africa's Potential for a 1 TW Mediterranean Future."

✍️ Experts presented the initiative, with ECCO's @giuliagiordano.bsky.social noting its potential to "increase energy security, but also cooperation, security & prosperity."

ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · Sep 8

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · Sep 8

This week we are in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for the Africa Climate Summit #ACS2.

🌎Join us for the official side event: "The #TeraMed Initiative - Unleashing North Africa's Potential for a 1 TW Mediterranean Future." by registering here: tinyurl.com/4hvewc83

👋 See you there!

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · Sep 8

#TeamECCO

🎉We are happy to welcome @ctrasi.bsky.social as our new Senior Policy Advisor for Industry & Trade!

📚 Cecilia has experience in green industrial policy, clean technology & climate diplomacy, gained through her work in European institutions & think tanks.

Learn more: tinyurl.com/38mm4cnd

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · Aug 19

🎤Delaying the coal phaseout is “incomprehensible”

On Italy’s plan to keep coal plants in reserve, ECCO's Michele Governatori told Carbon Pulse: “there is already a huge amount of flexible gas power in standby for emergencies, so coal plants are not needed.”

Read the interview: tinyurl.com/ywspef48

Delaying Italy’s coal phaseout would be an ‘incomprehensible’ decision, says NGO « Carbon Pulse

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · Aug 11

🔎The risks of a delayed transition for Algeria

Hydrocarbons make up 90% of exports & 47% of fiscal revenue in Algeria, exposing it to external shocks like the #EnergyTransition.

Without a long-term strategy, it risks stranded assets & declining strategic power.

👉Learn more: tinyurl.com/strke73n

The risks of a delayed transition for Algeria - ECCO

Algeria stands at a critical stage in its economic trajectory as a top global exporter and Africa’s leading natural gas producer.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · Aug 6

📌 EU–China relations: challenges and opportunities for the energy transition

On 24 July, leaders met in Beijing for the #EUChina Summit.

Although some progress was made on multilateral climate cooperation, key trade and competitiveness issues remain unresolved.

👉Learn more: tinyurl.com/5n6u6r8j

EU–China relations: challenges and opportunities for the transition - ECCO

On 24 July, Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa travelled to the Chinese capital for the EU-China Summit.

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ECCO think tank @eccoclimate.bsky.social · Aug 5

📌 Gas & renewables: Italy & Algeria’s twin-track cooperation

In July, 40+ bilateral deals were signed at the 5th Italy-Algeria Intergovernmental Summit.

While signalling a push for a #justtransition, long-term fossil fuel commitments continue to risk gas lock-in.

Learn more: tinyurl.com/58fb53yw

Between gas and renewables: Italy and Algeria's twin-track cooperation - ECCO

On 23 July, Rome hosted the Fifth Italy–Algeria Intergovernmental Summit, reaffirming the strategic cooperation between the two countries.

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