The approved a Climate Social Plan on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, allocating 770 million euros to reduce emissions. Submitted to the , the plan targets road traffic and building sectors through the year 2032.
Funding includes 577.8 million euros from emissions trading and 192.6 million euros from . About 60 percent will fund building renovations for non-profits, while 40 percent supports electric buses, commercial vehicles, and cycling infrastructure.
This initiative prepares Austria for the launch in 2028, which integrates buildings and transport into emissions trading. The plan provides essential financial relief for low-income households, micro-enterprises, and transport users nationwide.