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Webinar - EU ETS 2026 revision: what’s next?

Organiser: Florence School of Regulation (FSR)

The EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) is entering a decisive phase, as the European Commission is preparing the 2026 review of the EU ETS to address pending issues from its last revision and align the EU ETS with the newly adopted 2040 climate target. The Commission has been mandated to assess the integration of carbon removals, the expansion of the system’s scope, carbon leakage in sectors not covered by the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the market stability reserve (MSR), the use of ETS revenues, and conditions for international linkages. The revision also offers a chance to address liquidity issues arising from the progressively declining cap (the so-called EU ETS endgame ).

Although taken for granted as the pillar of the EU’s climate policies, the EU ETS is standing at the top of the EU political agenda. Several countries and industrial actors have raised concerns over the economic risks of having high carbon costs. On 19 March, the European Council reaffirmed the essential role of the ETS in the climate and energy transition as a market-based price signal for carbon emissions that drives investment and innovation. The Council also invited the European Commission to include in the review to be published in July 2026 possible solutions to reduce the volatility of the carbon price and mitigate its impact on electricity prices, including related supply chain costs, and on diversion of activities.  

This FSR Online Debate will examine the key aspects the reform must address to ensure the necessary emission reductions. It will touch upon the opportunities and risks arising from relying on the market stability reserve, international credits, and free allocations. 

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Webinar - Power Shift: The Business Case for Batteries in Mexico's Renewable Revolution

Organiser: Aurora Energy Research

In Spanish

The Mexican power market is at a turning point. Growing appetite for renewable and storage projects is set to reshape the system in the coming years. Between late 2025 and February 2026, the government tendered over 12 GW of renewable capacity, with CENACE requiring most projects to co‑locate with batteries - highlighting the growing importance of battery economics for investment decisions. This shift was reinforced on April 16, with the publication of the DACGs for batteries, defining their future role in the Mexican power system and outlining available remuneration mechanisms.

 In this webinar, Aurora will dive into the following topics:

-What are the key takeaways from the new DACGs? 

-How does the expected revenue stack for a standalone battery look going forward? 

-Which revenue streams are key to batteries becoming an economic investment? 

-What is the optimal sizing of batteries for co-located projects?

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Webinar - Powering Europe’s industry: Competitiveness, electrification and the role of electricity prices

Organiser: Agora Energiewende

European industry stands at a critical juncture. On one hand, it faces growing challenges to safeguard its international competitiveness. On the other, the current energy crisis has once again exposed the vulnerabilities of Europe’s reliance on imported fossil fuels. 

Decarbonising industrial processes through electrification can play a critical role in strengthening both the resilience and competitiveness of European industries. However, a range of enabling factors will be needed to drive and support this transformation. 

Against this backdrop, Agora Energiewende, Agora Industry and IDDRI analysed current and future competitiveness gaps across different industrial sectors and assessed the specific role of power prices in the transition. Based on a technical analysis by consultancy Compass Lexecon, the think tanks outline policy recommendations to align decarbonisation with industrial competitiveness and resilience.

This webinar, jointly organised by the three think tanks, will present the main findings of the analysis, bringing together key stakeholders and policymakers in the context of the upcoming EU electrification action plan and initiatives under the EU’s Industrial Accelerator Act. 

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Webinar - Stronger Together: Unlocking Value Through Co-location in Europe

Organiser: Aurora Energy Research

Join us to explore:

• How has the European co‑location market evolved in recent years, and where are operational projects emerging?
• What value drivers and risk‑mitigation benefits does co‑location offer for renewable generators and battery storage assets?
• Which policy, regulatory and market dynamics are shaping co‑location attractiveness across Europe?
• What business models and routes to market, including hybrid PPAs, are shaping co‑located projects?

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Webinar - From Belém to Bonn: Operationalizing the Global Goal on Adaptation Indicators

Organiser: Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES)

Webinar - ESG Standards and Practices of Chinese Companies in Critical Minerals Supply Chains

Organiser: The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)

Join IISD for an in-depth exploration of its latest study on the ESG management practices of Chinese enterprises within global critical mineral supply chains. In this webinar, we will discuss the challenges of sustainable mineral processing through a case study of Indonesia’s nickel industry and host a panel of experts to share cross-sector perspectives.

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Webinar - Making Green Tax Incentives Work: Protecting Revenue While Accelerating the Energy Transition

Organiser: The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)

Achieving global climate goals requires a rapid and just green transition, especially in emerging and developing economies. Green tax incentives have emerged as a key instrument to mobilize private investment, lower the cost of clean energy technologies, and accelerate low-carbon and resilient growth. This webinar explores how green tax incentives can deliver impact while protecting revenue.

The discussion will address three main themes:

1. When and how can green tax incentives support low-carbon and resilient growth while protecting revenue?
2. How do incentives interact with other instruments (e.g., carbon pricing, standards, public finance, and investment policy), and what coordination is needed across government?
3. What lessons can be drawn across country contexts, including differences in incentive design and implementation capacity between high-income and low- and middle-income countries?

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Webinar - Driving climate action through slow fibers in the fashion industry

Organiser: United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)

On the occasion of World Environment Day, this webinar explores how the textile sector can advance climate action through more sustainable and circular practices.

Organized by United Nations Economic Commission for Europe in collaboration with the UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion, the event will highlight the role of “slow fibers” in reducing environmental impacts and extending product lifecycles. Insights will be shared by Dario Casalini, CEO of Italian loungewear company & founder and president of Slow Fiber. The conversation will continue with interventions from members of the UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion.

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Webinar - Standards for a climate-resilient planet

Organiser: International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)

Webinar - From Climate Risk to Resilience: Integrating mental health in insurance practice

Organiser: UN Environment Programme I Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)

Climate change is increasingly recognised as a driver of mental health risks, from acute trauma following disasters to chronic stress linked to environmental, social and economic disruption. For insurers, these impacts have growing implications for risk assessment, claims management and customer outcomes, yet mental health considerations remain only partially integrated into core insurance processes.

This webinar introduces the Mental Health Integration Guide: A Tool for Insurers developed by the PSI Canadian Insurance Industry Task Force. Building on the 2023 position paper "Closing the protection gap in Canada: A social sustainability framework for the Canadian life and health insurance industry", the guide provides a structured, industry-led framework to support insurers in beginning to integrate mental health considerations across core business functions.

Organized around the four stages of disaster risk management—mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery—the guide identifies practical entry points across strategy, underwriting, product development, claims and customer engagement, while remaining adaptable across markets and lines of business.

Through a structured discussion, speakers will explore how insurers can apply this framework in practice—from underwriting and product development, to customer outreach and preparedness, claims handling and response, and post-event recovery and resilience.

This session aims to help participants to:

• Understand how climate change affects mental health—and why it matters for insurers
• Identify where mental health risks may intersect with insurance portfolios
• Explore how to apply the four-stage framework (mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery)
• Gain practical entry points for integrating mental health into core processes

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Webinar - International Townhall: CBAM in an International Context

Organiser: The European Roundtable on Climate Change and Sustainable Transition (ERCST)

As the EU CBAM entered its definitive phase and is impacting global climate and trade dynamics, this second report under the Border Carbon Adjustments in the EU – Phase VII workstream examines the subject’s  international implications. It situates the mechanism within a rapidly evolving landscape of third-country responses, emerging carbon pricing systems, and growing discussions on interoperability and cooperation.

This report will provide an analysis of how the EU framework interacts with international partners and the broader global landscape it is helping to shape. It will examine emerging responses and dynamics, as well as consider potential avenues for cooperation and engagement. The paper will conclude with reflections and recommendations aimed at supporting the CBAM’s  integration in an evolving international context.

This International Townhall will provide the outline of the paper and will bring together policymakers and stakeholders from government, industry and other services to examine the subject  as ERCST continues drafting the report. 

You can find more information here and register via this link.