Global Scans · Decarbonization · Weekly Summary

• [New] Expansion of Smoke-Free Corporate Mandates: Global tobacco giants are actively decommissioning cigarette production lines to meet self-imposed smoke-free revenue targets by 2030. Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence
• [New] Among the biggest issues to watch are preparations for EPA 2027, the continued development of zero-emission truck adoption, the growing role of transportation management systems, and other regulatory shifts that could affect fleet strategy. TLG Trucks
• [New] The principles of a just transition to a low-carbon and net zero economy to mitigate systemic risk, adhere to human rights standards and support sustainable value creation are embedded in TRS' Investment Beliefs as well as global and national policies. Office of the New York City Comptroller Mark Levine
• [New] When completed, Hinkley Point C is expected to generate around 10% of the UK's electricity, providing always-on low-carbon power and helping reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels. Electricity Info
• [New] The growth in electric interest as well as adjustments and flexibilities recently introduced in the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate mean that we expect to see compliance in 2026, as in previous years. Road to 2030
• [New] Fusion energy has the potential to deliver carbon-free, always-available power at scale to meet rapidly growing global energy demands. ERVA
• [New] Emissions We forecast U.S. energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions to decrease by 1.8% in 2026 relative to 2025 and to increase by a 0.4% in 2027 relative to 2026. EIA - Energy Information Administration
• [New] The European Union's National Emission Ceilings (NEC) Directive mandates 19% reduction in ammonia emissions from 2005 levels by 2030, placing significant compliance burdens on agricultural users and industrial producers alike. Persistence Market Research
• [New] 2026 data shows that the methane decarbonization pathway is moving forward despite geopolitical disruption and regulatory uncertainty, says industry coalition SEA-LNG. MarineLink
• [New] Sea level rise may increase carbon storage in some localized areas at first, but whole-forest carbon storage is likely to decline over the next century, meaning more carbon will be kept in the atmosphere, adding to the effects of climate change. Live Science
• [New] Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the National Renewable Energy Program have led to large-scale investment in grid modernization and distributed-energy management, creating opportunities for blockchain to support peer-to-peer trading, carbon-footprint tracking, and renewable-certification management. Precedence Research
• [New] Emissions We forecast U.S. energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions to decrease by 2.2% in 2026 relative to 2025 and to increase by 0.5% in 2027 relative to 2026. EIA - Energy Information Administration
• [New] Commitments to renewable energy (e.g. solar at facilities) are underway, but failure to hit carbon targets (Korea aims carbon-neutral by 2050) can draw regulatory penalties or investor criticism. Risk Intelligence Service
• [New] Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will produce enough stable, affordable and low carbon energy to power a million homes for at least 60 years - more than any other SMR. Rolls-Royce SMR
• [New] The federal government aims to replace its entire fossil fuel fleet with zero-emission vehicles by 2035, creating a massive demand for EV-ready telematics solutions. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Starting in 2026, a carbon price on imports of carbon-intensive goods will be gradually introduced, aligned with the EU Emissions Trading System. CO2 IQ
• [New] The EU has a legally binding headline emission reduction target of 90% by 2040 relative to 1990, with a domestic target of 85% and up to 5% of international carbon credits. Climate Action
• [New] Researchers at the University of Birmingham have developed a new low-temperature approach to hydrogen production that could make the clean fuel cheaper and more practical to generate. ScienceDaily
• [New] Revised EU CO2 standards require new truck emissions to fall by 15% by 2025 and 45% by 2030, with analysis suggesting the European zero-emission truck fleet must grow from around 13,500 vehicles to roughly 400,000 by 2030. nshift
• [New] Carbon Budget 7 is a limit on emissions for the 2038 to 2042 period of 535 MtCO2e, equivalent to an ~87% reduction on 1990 levels. GOV.UK
• [New] A sustained growth in UK electrification supply chains could help modernise industrial processes and ensure that UK manufacturing can compete on an increasingly carbon free international stage in the years ahead. GOV.UK
• [New] Approximately $2.2 trillion will be directed toward grids, energy storage, low-emission fuels, nuclear energy, renewable energy sources, efficiency, and electrification. GMK.CENTER

Last updated: 14 June 2026