The objective of the reform is the decarbonisation of the energy sector, with a focus on power generation. The reform covers two main measures: binding targets for the reduction of the carbon dioxide emissions associated with electricity generation by 40% below 2019 levels to be achieved in 2025, and legislation on decarbonisation, including a calendar for the phase-out of coal and lignite power plants and a regulatory cap on their carbon dioxide emissions applicable as of 1 January 2026. Total verified emissions in 2019 for the power sector amounted to 21 182 433 tons of carbon dioxide emissions, among which the lignite and coal-fired power plants amounted to 19 437 716 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. The measure is expected to reduce the carbon dioxide emissions related to electricity generation from coal and lignite-fired power plants by at least 8 455 406 tons. The reduction of the carbon dioxide emissions shall cover: TPP Maritsa 3 EAD, TPP Maritsa East 2 EAD, TPP Bobov dol EAD, AES-3C Maritza East 1, TPP Contour Global Maritsa East 3, TEC BRIKEL EAD, TEC Republika, TPP Russe East, and Toplofikacia Sliven. In the implementation of the decarbonisation targets set under milestones 54-57, the authorities shall take due account of the overarching environmental performance of concerned installations, notably with regards to emissions of air pollutants such as dust and sulphur dioxide, as well as compliance with EU standards for ambient air quality in all air quality zones where the installations are located The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
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