Comply with Regulations

How Companies Stay Ahead of Evolving Climate and Sustainability Regulation

Stay Ahead of Evolving Climate Regulations

As climate frameworks become stronger and more complex, companies must act proactively to stay compliant and maintain competitive advantage.

Regulations such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), Energy Efficiency Directive (EED), the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) create reporting, operational and financial obligations.

Many corporate teams struggle with fragmented regulatory regimes, evolving standards and shifting international frameworks. To manage risk, protect value and drive compliance you need a partner with regulatory insight, market access and execution capability.

Partner with STRIVE to Navigate Regulatory Complexity

STRIVE by STX helps companies move from compliance risk to confident regulatory action. We deliver end-to-end solutions across global regulatory frameworks, combining policy and market know-how to keep your business ahead of change.

European Regulations and Subsidies

EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS)

The EU ETS caps emissions across key sectors, requiring companies to hold allowances for every ton of CO₂ emitted. STRIVE and Vertis Environmental Finance help you manage exposure, trade allowances and optimize compliance strategies.

Energy Efficiency Directive (EED)

The EED mandates large companies to improve energy performance and conduct audits every four years. STRIVE designs cost-effective compliance programs that enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Renewable Energy Directive (RED III)

RED III updates EU renewable energy targets for 2030, strengthening requirements for renewable fuels and electricity use. STRIVE helps corporates align procurement, certification and reporting with RED III standards.

Spain’s Energy-Intensive Industry Subsidy Program

This national program offsets electricity costs for energy-intensive companies investing in efficiency or renewable power. STRIVE assists with eligibility checks, funding applications and compliance reporting.

Germany’s Industrial Decarbonization Subsidies (SPK, BesAr, KSV, BEHG)

Germany offers several programs to help heavy industries decarbonize through process upgrades and fuel switching. STRIVE helps identify the right subsidy mix and streamline documentation.

Sweden’s Biomethane Tax Exemption

Sweden’s tax exemption promotes renewable gas by reducing fuel taxes for certified biomethane users. STRIVE ensures eligibility, Proof of Sustainability (PoS) and alignment with EU renewable standards.

Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)

Effective from fiscal year 2024, CSRD expands non-financial reporting for large EU companies, requiring audited disclosures on sustainability risks, strategy and emissions. STRIVE helps prepare data, disclosures and alignment with ESRS.

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)

CBAM, fully operational in 2026, introduces carbon pricing on imported products such as steel, cement and fertilizers. STRIVE helps companies collect emissions data, manage reporting and plan procurement strategies.

Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)

CSDDD obliges companies to assess and mitigate human rights and environmental risks across their value chains. STRIVE supports integration of due-diligence frameworks and supplier engagement programs.

United States Regulations

US Carbon Compliance Programs

Programs such as RGGI and California Cap-and-Trade regulate industrial and energy-sector emissions. STRIVE supports companies in managing allowances and structuring compliance transactions.

ACT ZEV Credits

The Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) and Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) programs set rising sales requirements for zero-emission vehicles through tradable credits. STRIVE enables compliance and optimizes fleet decarbonization costs.

Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS)

California’s LCFS rewards low-carbon fuels through tradable credits. STRIVE helps clients generate, trade and retire LCFS credits to meet regulatory and sustainability goals.

Asia-Pacific Regulations

Australian Safeguard Mechanism

Active since 2023, the mechanism sets emissions baselines for major industrial facilities and allows ACCUs for compliance. STRIVE provides portfolio structuring and SMC/ACCU trading solutions.

Stay Ahead of Evolving Climate Regulations

Partner with STRIVE to Navigate Regulatory Complexity

European Regulations and Subsidies

United States Regulations

Asia-Pacific Regulations

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