EU admits carbon border tax ‘too clunky’ as it closes loopholes
Brussels confirms plans to extend CBAM to downstream products such as washing machines and garden tools
Brussels confirms plans to extend CBAM to downstream products such as washing machines and garden tools

Landmark levy on steel, electricity and other imports aims to shield bloc’s industry from higher-emission competitors

Potential changes come as part of broader review into bloc’s landmark measure next month

Contentious supply chain directive will be weakened but not scrapped under late-night deal in Brussels

Commission officials suggest using some revenues raised by unpopular levy due in 2027 to meet bloc’s wider needs

Proposal likely to trigger backlash from airline industry and the US

Countdown to introduction of tax on imported goods from countries without an emissions scheme