Exemption for e-fuels could be a lifeline for the combustion engine. What do you think - a good idea?
E-fuels are made from CO2 captured from the atmosphere and hydrogen, so are claimed to be carbon-neutral by their backers.
The support of German diplomats secured by the promised integration of e-fuels means the final vote on the legislation is now expected to pass. German transport minister Volker Wissing said on Twitter: “Vehicles with combustion engines can also be newly registered after 2035 if they only use CO2-neutral fuels.”
This is despite further objections from Italy, which is reportedly seeking additional guarantees for the use of biofuels . However, it does not alone form a large enough barrier to block the legislation. The integration of e-fuels into the EU’s plan to reduce emissions from transport is likely to be welcomed by manufacturers such as
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