The European Union is preparing to launch the ETS2 carbon pricing system in 2028. This policy requires fuel suppliers to purchase emissions permits for gasoline and natural gas, a cost that will be passed directly to consumers through higher prices at the pump and on heating bills. Experts warn that these changes could add over 800 euros to annual household expenses. The shift aims to push consumers toward electric vehicles and heat pumps, but success depends on whether the EU can scale renewable energy infrastructure and protect low income households from energy poverty.
