Under the preliminary agreement, the new rules will make it easier to compare the environmental performance of different transport modes across the EU, helping consumers and businesses make informed choices and reducing the risk of greenwashing.

Single method

The new rules will not oblige transport companies to calculate their GHG emissions. However, if they choose to do so, for instance for reporting, contractual or marketing purposes, or when required by other EU rules, they will be obliged to apply the common EU methodology.

The basic principle underpinning the methodology is to count emissions arising from vehicle use and energy provision during transport operations. To enhance accuracy, the agreement prioritises the use of primary data over estimates or default values of GHG emissions, while providing incentives for operators that measure their emissions directly.

Support for small and medium-sized companies

To reduce the administrative and financial burden on companies, in…