How to procure ETS2 allowances at EEX
1. Through an intermediary (see more information below): either through participation in the primary auctions or the secondary market
2. Direct participation in the ETS2 auctions and/or
3. Direct participation in the ETS2 secondary market
Webinar EU ETS 2
EU ETS2 – Participation in the auctions and outlook on the secondary market
Date: 2 September 2026
Time: 10:30 am CET
Registration: Registration link will follow in mid-August 2026.
Join EEX and the European Commission for an introduction to the upcoming EU ETS2 auction framework. The webinar will provide an overview of the upcoming EU ETS2, expected auction timelines, participation requirements as well as the key preparation steps for market participants.
Looking for an EU ETS2 intermediary?
For many small and medium-sized companies, access through an intermediary is likely to be the most efficient option from an economic and operational effort perspective, as no direct admission to EEX and ECC is required. This follows the established approach already familiar from EU ETS1 and the German nEHS. EEX intends to publish a list of intermediaries or intended intermediaries until mid-August 2026 and update it regularly as further information becomes available, providing companies with many competitive options to choose from.
Intermediary List: Intermediary List will follow in mid-August 2026
Prepare for admission to the EU ETS2 auctions
Participants can already prepare for participation in the EU ETS2 auctions. Depending on their current status with EEX and ECC, the admission process may include, the admission process may include EEX and ECC membership, eligibility confirmation, an Union Registry account and a product setup request via the EEX/ECC Customer Portal.
To learn more about the options how to procure ETS2 allowances at EEX and to receive the instructions for both ECC and EEX admissions, please reach out to the EEX Sales Team (sales@eex.com or +49 341 2156-555).
EU ETS2 Auction Calendar 2027
Auction calendar expected in September 2026
According to a Regulatory update from the European Commission, the auctions will start in January 2027. The EU ETS2 auction calendar for 2027 is expected to be published in September 2026 and will provide information on auction dates and volumes once available. Further details will be published on the EEX website.
EU ETS2 FAQ
The EU ETS2 FAQ provides answers to key questions on EU ETS2, eligible participants, registry account requirements, admission requirements, auction participation, intermediaries and secondary market access. In case of further questions, please reach out to the EEX Sales Team (sales@eex.com or +49 341 2156-555).
Existing Market Experience
EEX is already active in ETS2-related markets
EEX already offers EU ETS2 Futures and brings long-standing experience from the European carbon markets. EEX has been active in EU ETS1 secondary markets since 2005 and has offered EU ETS1 auctions since the start of auctions in 2010. Furthermore, EEX has operated the German national emissions trading system, nEHS, since the start in 2021. This experience supports the transition towards EU ETS2 primary auctions and provides market participants with access to related environmental market products.
In addition, EU ETS2 secondary spot market products will also be offered by EEX in due course – in time for the first early auction.
User guides and forms
Download the key documents required for preparation and participation including the User Guide EU ETS2 Product Request and the relevant EU ETS Eligibility Form. A dedicated user guide and video tutorial explaining the usage of the auction system will follow by end-2026.
| Title | Type | Category | Publishing date | File |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| User Guide EU ETS2 Product Request | Documents | Emissions Auction | 2026-07-30 | pdf (515 KB) |
| Eligibility Form EU ETS2 | Documents | Emissions Auction | 2026-07-24 | pdf (648 KB) |
| EU ETS2 FAQ | Documents | Emissions Auction | 2026-07-24 | pdf (335 KB) |