EU proposes integrating certified carbon removals into ETS from 2030

The European Union has proposed integrating certified permanent carbon removals, including biochar, into its Emissions Trading System (ETS) starting in 2030. This regulatory shift aims to create compliance-driven demand for carbon removal solutions, moving them from voluntary markets into a legally binding framework. The proposal leverages the Carbon Removals and Carbon Farming Certification Framework (CRCF) to establish rigorous certification protocols for permanent storage. Industry experts, such as CarbonConnect GmbH, suggest this could significantly boost the commercial viability of hemp-derived biochar. If adopted, the framework will establish standardised market demand for certified permanent removal suppliers.