The Vehicle Emissions Trading Schemes Order 2023

The UK Climate Change Act, first passed in 2008 and amended in 2019, is the UK's framework law for the transition to a low-carbon economy, creating an obligation for the government to set legally-binding carbon budgets to act as stepping stones towards an overall 2050 emissions reduction target.

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<p>This Order was made in terms of the Climate Change Act 2008. It establishes a zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate and CO2 emissions standards for cars and vans in Great Britain. It requires manufacturers to ensure that 80% of new vehicles and 70% of new vans sold are zero-emission by 2030, increasing to 100% by 2035. It also sets a fine for qualifying manufacturers failing to meet the targets and allows them to purchase credits from manufacturers with a surplus.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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