European Union Emissions Trading System (EU-ETS) carbon allowances are estimated to average ** euros per metric ton of carbon dioxide (tCO₂e) in 2024. This figure is forecast to more than double by the end of the decade to roughly *** euros/tCO₂e, before reaching nearly *** euros/tCO₂e by 2035. EU-ETS carbon prices surpassed the 100 euros per metric ton threshold for the first time in February 2023.
Forecast European Union Emissions Trading System (EU-ETS) average carbon allowance prices from 2024 to 2035
(in euros per metric ton of CO₂ equivalent)
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