Government bills7
- HE 53/2023 vpPassed
Lowering the fuel distribution obligation
The distribution obligation for renewable fuels will be lowered to curb the rise in transport fuel prices. At the same time, the use of biofuels that cause significant land-use harms will be restricted.
14 Dec 2023 · 15 votes123 jaa58 ei - HE 121/2024 vpPassed with amendments
Slowing fuel distribution obligation increases
The distribution obligation for transport fuels will be increased more moderately than previously enacted in 2025–2027, curbing price pressures on petrol and diesel. At the same time, fuel distributors will also be able to fulfil their obligation through public charging electricity and by financing other emission reduction measures.
17 Dec 2024 · 7 votesClosest vote · 1. lakiehdotus 5 § , mietintö/ Lotta Hamari
105 jaa77 ei - HE 119/2024 vpPassed
Introducing emissions trading for fuel distribution
A new emissions trading system for the distribution of fossil fuels will be introduced in Finland, covering road transport, individual heating of buildings, industry and off-road machinery. Fuel distributors must purchase emission allowances for the fossil fuels they sell, which will raise fuel prices for end users.
17 Dec 2024 · 5 votes154 jaa16 ei - HE 199/2018 vpPassed
Tightening biofuel distribution obligations
More biofuels will be blended into transport fuels and light fuel oil. The aim is to cut greenhouse gas emissions from transport, machinery and heating.
14 Feb 2019 · 4 votes156 jaa12 ei - HE 186/2020 vpPassed with amendments
Purchase subsidy for gas-powered lorries
State purchase subsidies would be available for buying or long-term leasing a new gas-powered lorry. The subsidy aims to accelerate emissions reductions in heavy transport.
25 Nov 2020 · 1 voteOnly vote · 3 a §, mietintö / Sheikki Laakso
31 jaa22 ei - HE 134/2020 vpPassed
Flexibility for the biofuel distribution obligation
Fuel distributors will be allowed to carry over a larger share of their 2020 biofuel surplus to the following year's obligation. At the same time, supervision of the distribution obligations for biofuels and bio-fuel oil will be transferred from the Finnish Tax Administration to the Energy Authority.
6 Nov 2020 · passed without a vote - HE 25/2017 vpPassed
Harmonising alternative fuel distribution
Finland will introduce harmonised technical requirements and labelling for electric vehicle recharging points and alternative fuel refuelling stations. Consumers will receive clearer information on the compatibility of different fuels and recharging options with their vehicles, as well as on price comparisons.
6 Jun 2017 · passed without a vote