€2.5 bn EU emission trading revenues invested in cleaner energy systems

The European Commission and European Investment Bank have disbursed €2.5 billion from the Modernisation Fund to support 51 energy projects across 11 EU member states. The funding, derived from the EU Emissions Trading System, aims to improve energy efficiency and accelerate the transition to renewable energy.
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This initiative is a key component of the EU's strategy to meet climate targets and reduce dependency on imported fossil fuels.
The European Commission and European Investment Bank announced Thursday the disbursement of €2.5 billion from the Modernisation Fund to support 51 energy-related projects in 11 EU Member States.
The article reports on official institutional announcements regarding climate policy and funding distribution.
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