Countries Move to Prevent Price Surges EU member states have agreed to reinforce a mechanism designed to prevent sudden spikes in carbon prices as the bloc prepares to launch a new carbon tax covering cars, vans, and buildings. The updated system, known as ETS2, is scheduled to take effect in 2028, and the changes aim to keep the carbon price stable and predictable for households and businesses relying on fossil fuels. While Slovakia and the Czech Republic…