Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)

European Commission Proposes Amendment to Council Implementing Decision on Slovenia’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (COM(2026)148)

The European Commission has proposed an amendment to Slovenia’s Recovery and Resilience Plan, adjusting 21 key measures across energy, water, and circular economy sectors with a target completion window of Q2 2026. Businesses should prepare for updated national requirements in extended producer responsibility (EPR), building heating standards, and grid infrastructure as Slovenia aligns its recovery spending with revised green transition milestones.

28 Mar 2026, 18:44eur-lex.europa.euEuropean UnionSlovenia

EU Commission Approves Spanish State Aid Scheme For EV Battery And Hydrogen Fuel Cell Production

The European Commission has approved a €200 million Spanish state aid scheme to support EV battery and hydrogen fuel cell production through June 2026. This provides a time-limited opportunity for manufacturers to secure direct grants for industrial scaling and supply chain localization within Spain’s green energy sector.

28 Mar 2026, 16:09eur-lex.europa.euSpain

EU Council Prepares Amended Recovery And Resilience Facility Implementing Decision For Italy

The EU Council is moving to adopt an amended Recovery and Resilience Plan for Italy, revising milestones and targets previously deemed unachievable. This update signals potential shifts in national funding priorities and project timelines, requiring firms to track changes in sustainability-linked infrastructure and regulatory reforms.

27 Mar 2026, 07:02data.consilium.europa.euEuropean UnionItaly

Slovenia Increases Funding for Electric Vehicle Purchase Subsidies for Individuals

Slovenia has increased the national budget for electric vehicle purchase subsidies for individuals, extending the availability of grants until May 2026. This move reinforces market demand for zero-emission vehicles and signals continued government commitment to transport decarbonization under the REPowerEU framework.

26 Mar 2026, 19:26gov.siSlovenia

Spain SEPIDES Launches PRTR Grants for EV Battery and Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Production

Spain has launched a €100 million grant call to support EV battery and hydrogen fuel-cell production, with applications closing in April 2026. This funding offers a high-impact opportunity for manufacturers to subsidize the scaling of industrial capacity and secure a competitive position in the clean transport value chain.

23 Mar 2026, 14:10boe.esSpain

Spain Adopts Grant Bases for EV Battery and Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Production (Orden ITU/218/2026)

Spain has launched a €125 million grant scheme (Order ITU/218/2026) to fund industrial projects for EV battery and hydrogen fuel-cell production, effective March 2026. This provides a time-limited opportunity for manufacturers to subsidize large-scale capacity expansions and critical raw material recovery while aligning with EU Net-Zero Industry Act objectives.

17 Mar 2026, 20:20boe.esSpain

Castilla-La Mancha: Order 35/2026 Amends PRTR Waste-Implementation Grant Rules

Castilla-La Mancha has updated the rules for PRTR waste-management grants, introducing more flexible project extension and modification procedures ahead of the March 2026 deadline. Beneficiaries must prioritize electronic compliance and timely extension requests to secure funding for circular economy and decontamination projects.

14 Mar 2026, 08:35docm.jccm.esSpain

Estonia Updates Support Scheme for Green Hydrogen in Transport and Chemical Industry Feedstock

Estonia has amended its green hydrogen support scheme, extending project eligibility for national funding until 2029 while maintaining a June 2026 cutoff for RRF-backed initiatives. Chemical and transport operators must align long-term asset planning with strict green-only usage requirements through 2035 to secure and retain investment subsidies.

12 Mar 2026, 13:44riigiteataja.eeEstonia

Assessing the Fulfilment of Recovery and Resilience Facility Milestones in Relation to Low-Emission Zones (EP Question E-000779/2026)

A European Parliament inquiry has challenged the Commission to justify how it verifies the legal and environmental effectiveness of RRF-funded low-emission zones. Businesses should anticipate more rigorous enforcement of urban access regulations as the Commission links EU funding disbursements more closely to tangible air quality outcomes.

10 Mar 2026, 17:51europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

European Commission Opens Call for Evidence on DNSH Guidance for 2028–2034 MFF

The European Commission launched a call for evidence on unified 'do no significant harm' (DNSH) guidance for the 2028–2034 EU budget framework, with adoption planned for Q4 2026. This initiative aims to streamline fragmented environmental compliance criteria across EU funds, potentially simplifying access to green transition financing and reducing administrative burdens for beneficiaries.

9 Mar 2026, 18:19ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Proposes Italy RRP Amendments on Circular Economy, Waste Management and Critical Raw Materials

The EU Commission has proposed updated milestones for Italy’s Recovery and Resilience Plan, accelerating circular economy reforms and critical raw material infrastructure through 2026. This signals a shift toward stricter EPR governance, mandatory digital waste traceability, and enhanced incentives for eco-design and secondary raw material integration.

9 Mar 2026, 18:15eur-lex.europa.euItalyEuropean Union

EU Council Annex Details Amended Estonia Recovery and Resilience Plan and REPowerEU Chapter

The EU Council has detailed Estonia's updated Recovery and Resilience Plan, accelerating investments in wind energy permitting, industrial decarbonization, and digital transformation through 2026. This signals a shift toward mandatory transition planning for high-emitting sectors and faster market access for renewable energy and circular manufacturing projects.

9 Mar 2026, 17:02data.consilium.europa.euEuropean UnionEstonia

Croatia Government Adopts Draft Amendments to Working Time and Tachograph Law for Road Transport

Croatia has proposed lowering the mandatory tachograph threshold to 2.5 tonnes and establishing a digital tracking system (e-ADR) for dangerous goods transport. Logistics operators must prepare for expanded monitoring requirements and stricter compliance oversight for light commercial vehicles and hazardous materials transport.

6 Mar 2026, 12:37mmpi.gov.hrCroatia

EU Council Working Party Reviews REPowerEU Article 5(4) Draft List of Exempt Third-Country Gas Suppliers

The EU has drafted a list of six major gas-producing nations to be exempt from prior authorization requirements for natural gas imports under the REPowerEU framework. This move streamlines supply chains for compliant non-Russian energy sources while reinforcing the regulatory burden on imports from jurisdictions not aligned with EU gas sanctions.

5 Mar 2026, 10:49data.consilium.europa.euEuropean UnionNorwayQatarUnited KingdomUnited StatesRussia

European Parliament Written Question on Barriers to Implementing Water Reuse Regulation (EU) 2020/741 in Water-Scarce Areas

The European Parliament is pressuring the Commission to address implementation barriers for the Water Reuse Regulation (EU) 2020/741, citing slow uptake in water-scarce regions. Companies in water management and agriculture should monitor for potential new guidance and increased EU funding aimed at scaling wastewater irrigation infrastructure.

5 Mar 2026, 10:40europarl.europa.euEuropean UnionGreece

EU Parliament ENVI Committee Considers Draft Report On ETS2 Market Stability Reserve

The European Parliament’s ENVI Committee has proposed reforms to the EU ETS2 Market Stability Reserve to mitigate price volatility and social impacts ahead of the system's implementation. Companies in the transport and building sectors should anticipate more reactive price-control mechanisms and potential temporary exemptions as the EU seeks to manage the transition to higher carbon costs.

5 Mar 2026, 06:49oeil.europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

Council of the EU Approves Conclusions on EU Agenda for Cities

The Council of the EU formally endorsed the EU Agenda for Cities in February 2026, prioritizing urban centers as primary drivers for the green transition and digital transformation. This strategic alignment signals a shift toward decentralized climate and infrastructure funding, emphasizing integrated urban development and increased municipal influence on future EU regulatory design.

4 Mar 2026, 15:41data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

Spain Adopts Royal Decree 149/2026 Amending PRTR Aid for EU Hydrogen Bank "Auction-as-a-Service" Projects

Spain has updated the subsidy framework for hydrogen projects under the EU Hydrogen Bank's "Auction-as-a-Service" mechanism, effective February 2026. New financial guarantee requirements and revised selection procedures for reserve-list projects increase the administrative and capital burden for developers seeking national recovery funds.

4 Mar 2026, 09:35boe.esSpainEuropean Union

EU Commission Authorises €408.5 Million Spanish State Aid Scheme for Industrial Decarbonisation (SA.119880)

The European Commission has authorized a €408.5 million Spanish state aid scheme to support manufacturing decarbonisation through June 2026. Manufacturers in energy-intensive sectors like chemicals and automotive should evaluate eligibility for direct grants to offset the costs of transitioning to low-carbon operations.

27 Feb 2026, 16:27eur-lex.europa.euEuropean UnionSpain

Spain Adopts Royal Decree 148/2026 on Direct Grants for 'Auction-as-a-Service' Industrial Decarbonisation Projects

Spain has implemented Royal Decree 148/2026, establishing a direct grant framework for industrial decarbonization projects selected through the EU's 'Auction-as-a-Service' pilot. Industrial operators must align project designs with EU Taxonomy and 'Do No Significant Harm' criteria to secure 2026 funding for CO2 abatement.

27 Feb 2026, 15:45boe.esSpain