In a joint statement, more than 20 road transport sector organizations have urged the European Commission to review CO₂ standards regulations early. These organizations, representing a broad road transport value chain, are calling for a review of CO₂ emission standards as early as next year to better prepare the industry for the environmental challenges ahead.
The signatories of the declaration emphasize the need not to restrict the choice of viable technologies to achieve emission reduction targets. They underscore the importance of including biofuels in the solutions considered, thus enabling a technology-neutral approach. According to them, overly rigid regulations could hamper innovation and limit the options available to industry players.
Furthermore, the organizations call on the European Commission to create an enabling environment for the adoption of clean vehicles. They call for the establishment of financial and operational conditions and incentives to encourage companies to invest in sustainable transport technologies. Rather than imposing purchasing mandates, they advocate incentives that respect free market principles and stimulate innovation.
Biofuels, such as bioethanol and biodiesel, are presented as promising alternatives to fossil fuels. These renewable fuels, produced from plant-based raw materials or recycled waste, offer a significant reduction in the carbon footprint of the transport sector. Their adoption could play a key role in the transition to more sustainable mobility.
Finally, the organizations emphasize that early revision of CO₂ standards is essential to achieve the EU's climate objectives. They call for a flexible and incentive-based approach that would reduce costs for industry players while maximizing environmental benefits. Such a strategy could accelerate the adoption of clean vehicles and contribute to the decarbonization of road transport in Europe.