EU ETS 1 applies to large industrial installations and intra-EEA aviation. It has been in place since 2005 and covers CO₂ and other GHGs from sectors such as power, cement, steel, chemicals and aviation. Operators must report verified emissions annually and surrender allowances under a cap-and-trade system.
The EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) is a cap-and-trade mechanism at the heart of Europe’s climate strategy. It limits total greenhouse gas emissions across key sectors. Regulated entities must monitor and report their emissions each year and have them independently verified. This applies to:
- Industrial operators, airlines and maritime transport operators under ETS 1
- Fuel suppliers under ETS 2, for which monitoring, reporting and verification obligations are already in effect
We provide accredited third-party verification services to help you meet your obligations under both systems. Whether you operate installations in energy-intensive sectors or supply fuels for heating and transport, we ensure your emissions data is accurate, compliant and ready for submission.
Independent verification, proven expertise
- Verify emissions data with confidenceWe provide third-party accredited verification for EU ETS and UK ETS.
- Simplify multi-country complianceRely on our accredited local verifier teams across Europe to manage complex, cross-border verification efficiently.
Decades of experience in GHG emissions verification
As the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, we’ve verified GHG emissions for over 20 years under mandatory and voluntary schemes. Since EU ETS launched in 2005, we’ve built a strong track record across sectors and jurisdictions.
We provide:
- An international network of accredited verifiers
- Accredited ETS 2 verification in a growing number of countries, subject to local accreditation
- A proven verification track record
FAQs
EU ETS 2 is a separate emissions trading system covering CO₂ emissions from fuels used in buildings and road transport. Regulated entities are upstream fuel suppliers, rather than end-users. Monitoring, reporting and third-party verification obligations are already in effect, with the first emissions year subject to verification being 2025. The surrendering of allowances is scheduled to begin in 2029, based on emissions data for 2028.
Fuel suppliers placing gasoline, diesel, natural gas, heating oil or similar fuels on the market in the EU may be subject to ETS 2 obligations. Regulated entities must monitor, report and verify their emissions annually. The surrendering of allowances is scheduled to begin in 2029, based on emissions data for 2028.”
Yes. Regulated entities must have their monitoring plans prepared and approved, and must continuously monitor their emissions in accordance with the approved plans. Annual emissions reporting and third-party verification remain ongoing obligations.
