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ECJ: no tax on CO₂ emission allowances

The European Court of Justice has ruled that national taxes on free CO2 allowances are prohibited.

System-serving energy storage

Grid fee incentives create new economic incentives for the use of grid-supporting storage systems to relieve the strain on the power grids.

Digital Omnibus on AI: update

Am 16. Juni 2026 hat das Europäische Parlament den Vorschlag für die Digital-Omnibus-Verordnung zur KI in geänderter Fassung angenommen.

Battery storage monetization – Tolling Agreements and Flexibility Purchase Agreements

This opens up additional economic opportunities for the use and marketing of battery storage systems.

New EU Anti-Corruption Directive

Why (Criminal) Compliance Pays Off Right Now

Information sheet on the EU Packaging Regulation published

This fact sheet provides information on the key implications of the EU Packaging Regulation and clarifies the transition period.

When the competition authority comes knocking

Two recent rulings by the General Court demonstrate the extent of the competition authorities’ powers—and where the limits lie.

EABG passes national council: environmental law in flux

The EABG has finally been passed—on to the next rounds.

JUVE ranking public law

In the latest issue of the industry magazine JUVE, Haslinger / Nagele was awarded the highest possible rating (5 stars).

Handbook Medical Law

Dominique Korbel has written a chapter on medical genetic engineering law in the new Handbook of Medical Law.

HN Focus Discussions: 2026

What are the biggest issues facing practices right now—and where do they need guidance? That’s exactly where our HN Focus Discussions come in.

Mathis Fister becomes Partner

Mathis Fister becomes a partner at the Vienna office in May 2026, strengthening the firm’s expertise in constitutional and administrative law.

Trend lawyer ranking: top placements for Haslinger / Nagele

In the latest ranking of lawyers published by trend magazine, many of our lawyers were once again voted among the best in their field by their peers.

PSD3 and PSR on the home stretch

2026 will bring sweeping changes to payment regulations at the EU level. Birgit Meisinger and Leonie Müller provide insights into the key changes.

Greater pay transparency

The deadline for implementing the Pay Transparency Directive is fast approaching. Fabian Blumberger and Anna Obereder provide an update on the latest developments.

Die Presse: NISG 2026 – new cybersecurity obligations

Cybersecurity and NISG 2026. Klara Fuchs explains why companies should act now in an article in “Die Presse”.

“The 28th Regime” – the EU Inc. takes shape

Birgit Meisinger and Leonie Müller provide an overview of EU Inc., which operates alongside the existing 27 national corporate law systems.

The Consumer Credit Law Amendment Act 2026

The new EU Consumer Credit Directive brings about far-reaching changes. Birgit Meisinger provides an overview.

AccelerateEU: the EU in the fast lane?

The EU has been repeatedly hit by global energy crises, due in part to the war in Ukraine and the conflict with Iran. To mitigate the negative impacts on energy supply and prices, the European Commission has already introduced various measures, including the “REPowerEU” program.

ECJ: no tax on free emission allowances

The European system for taxing greenhouse gas emissions is based on a market mechanism. Johannes Hartlieb and Valentina Knees provide an overview.

EPCON 2026 – we were there!

The 360° Renewable Energy Practice Group will be represented at the EPCON Energy Congress 2026!

Accompanying Act for the EU Batteries Regulation under consultation

Reka Krasznai provides an overview of the changes introduced by the EU Battery Regulation.

Telemedicine from a cross-border perspective

In the latest issue of the Journal of Medical and Health Law, Gisela Ernst and Thomas Riesz examine the recent ruling by the European Court of Justice.

JUVE Ranking 2026: Banking and Finance Law

In the latest JUVE ranking for banking and finance law, Haslinger / Nagele once again ranked among the leading practice groups.