Emissions Trading Systems in Aviation
The EU ETS, Swiss ETS (CH-ETS), and UK ETS establish requirements for monitoring, reporting, and verifying aviation emissions. While the three schemes share similarities, they differ in scope, applicability, exemptions, and compliance obligations.
Normec Verifavia’s EU ETS, CH-ETS, and UK ETS Training provides an overview of these regulatory frameworks, helping aviation professionals understand the key requirements of each scheme and their respective compliance responsibilities.
Key Topics Covered in the Training
The training covers the key requirements of emissions monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) under the EU ETS, Swiss ETS (CH-ETS), and UK ETS. It also examines the differences between the schemes, including their scope, applicability, exemptions, compliance obligations, timelines, allowances and enforcement provisions.
EU ETS and CH-ETS
- EU & CH ETS context
- EU & CH ETS Scopes, thresholds, and exemptions
- MRV Requirements & compliance
- Compliance Obligations and Enforcement Provisions
UK ETS
- UK ETS context
- UK ETS scopes, thresholds, and exemptions
- MRV Requirements & compliance
- Compliance Obligations and Enforcement Provisions
Knowledge and Skills Gained
After the training, you will understand the key principles of the EU ETS, CH-ETS, and UK ETS and be better able to recognize the differences between the systems. You will know what information is required for monitoring and reporting and how to prepare your organization for verification.
Upon completion:
- Explain the objectives, scope, and key principles of the EU ETS, Swiss ETS (CH-ETS), and UK ETS.
- Identify the regulatory requirements, reporting obligations, and compliance timelines applicable under each scheme.
- Describe the roles and responsibilities of aircraft operators, independent verifiers, and competent authorities within the Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) process.
- Prepare and maintain emissions monitoring and reporting documentation in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Apply the relevant emissions monitoring and calculation methodologies required under the ETS regulations.
- Explain allowance management and surrender obligations, including applicable thresholds and enforcement provisions.
- Describe verification requirements and identify how to engage effectively with independent verifiers.
Who Should Attend?
This training is intended for aircraft operator personnel and aviation professionals involved in emissions monitoring, reporting, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. It is particularly relevant to sustainability managers, operations managers, and staff responsible for emissions reporting and ETS compliance.
The training provides an overview of the regulatory requirements under the EU ETS, Swiss ETS (CH-ETS), and UK ETS, focusing on their practical implications for aircraft operators. Topics include emissions monitoring and reporting documentation, compliance obligations, allowance management and surrender, and the role of independent verification.
Registration and What to Expect
Registration is simple. Just fill out the registration form, and you’ll receive a confirmation. We’ll then contact you regarding further arrangements and billing. After completing the training, you’ll receive a training certificate and the available course materials.
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Frequently asked questions about EU ETS, CH-ETS, and UK ETS Training
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The duration of the training is flexible and is tailored to your organisation’s needs and your chosen training format. Get in touch with us to discuss your requirements, and we’ll design a programme that works for your team.
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After the training you will receive the training resources which will include training presentations, quizzes and answers used during the training, a resource document with official websites and documentation you can use. Additionally, our team remains available for your questions, so you can reach us directly.
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Yes. Upon successful completion of the program and the assessment, you will receive a certificate of participation.