OPX (2026) €171.00 $197,00 -24.0% to prev. month
EUA €68.86 $80.22 -0.86% to prev. day
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Tackle EU ETS Carbon Market with Confidence

As 2024 draws to a close, it marks a pivotal year for the EU ETS Carbon Market, especially with the shipping sector now under its scope. Prices for EUAs have remained in a narrow range, and with year-end compliance deadlines approaching, it’s time to reassess your strategy. OceanScore, in collaboration with our trading partner RWE, […]

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As 2024 draws to a close, it marks a pivotal year for the EU ETS Carbon Market, especially with the shipping sector now under its scope. Prices for EUAs have remained in a narrow range, and with year-end compliance deadlines approaching, it’s time to reassess your strategy. OceanScore, in collaboration with our trading partner RWE, offers you a crucial market wrap-up to guide your decisions.

 

Key Highlights:

  • Price Stability: EU ETS Front December EUAs down ~13% YoY, trading within a firm range.
  • Shipping Sector’s Impact: First year under ETS with partial compliance required.
  • Regulatory Deadlines: Extended timelines for EUA surrender and significant market opportunities.
:key:  What’s Next?
  • Consolidate your market insights.
  • Leverage opportunities around year-end volatility.
  • Prepare for an ambitious 2025 with stricter compliance targets.
Our trading partner, RWE, has compiled an essential year-end report to help you navigate these final weeks with confidence.
:bulb: OceanScore is here to guide you through every step of your decarbonization journey. Ready to close those open positions?

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