With the revised Industrial Emissions Directive (IED 2.0, Directive (EU) 2024/1785), the European Union has significantly tightened the legal framework for industrial environmental protection. The directive entered into force on August 4, 2024; the implementation deadline for member states expired on July 1, 2026. In Germany, implementation is currently taking place through an omnibus law that, among other things, amends the Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG). This article summarizes which changes are now important—and how you can future-proof your emissions monitoring.
We at Fresenius Umwelttechnik summarize for you which changes are now important and how to set up your facility in a future-proof and compliant manner.
Narrower Ranges in BAT Conclusions
The new requirements focus on Best Available Techniques (BAT): emission limit values are to be set at the most stringent achievable end of the BAT ranges in future. What was previously tolerated as an upper limit is often no longer sufficient for a permit.
Extended Scope of Application
The scope of application of the IED has been expanded. In addition to traditional emitters such as the chemical industry and power plants, battery cell manufacturing at gigawatt scale and hydrogen production above certain capacities now also fall under the regulations.
Environmental Management Systems and Transformation Plans Become Mandatory
Mandatory Environmental Management System
Operators are now required to introduce and continuously operate a structured environmental management system (based on ISO 14001 or EMAS)—with specific indicators for material and energy efficiency as well as resource consumption.
Transformation Plans for Decarbonization
In addition, the legislator requires transformation plans: companies must demonstrate how they will gradually convert their facilities toward a climate-neutral, pollution-free circular economy by 2050.
Transparency, Digitalization, and Documentation
Digital Permits and Public Access
Monitoring is becoming more transparent: measurement and permit data are increasingly being recorded digitally and made publicly accessible. A European Industrial Emissions Portal and—by 2035—electronic permitting systems will bring documentation gaps and limit value exceedances more sharply into the view of authorities and the public.
Importance of Continuous Measurement Technology
To demonstrate compliance with the stricter ranges, continuous emissions monitoring (CEMS) is gaining importance for certain pollutants and sectors. Whether continuous or periodic measurement is required depends on the relevant BAT conclusions and threshold values—this does not entail a blanket waiver of individual measurements.
How Fresenius Umwelttechnik Supports You
As a specialist in industrial gas analysis and process measurement technology, we support you in integrating the new IED requirements into your plant operations—manufacturer-neutral and aligned with your actual needs.
Process and Operational Monitoring with Our Own Analyzers
For process and operational monitoring, we supply the Gas Analyzer 220, a compact multi-gas analyzer that simultaneously measures up to five components—such as CO, CO₂, NO, NO₂, SO₂, or O₂. Automatic zero-point correction based on the two-pressure reference method reduces ongoing calibration gas requirements and lowers operating costs.
Remote Monitoring of Your Operating Data
With the Cloud Connect Kit, you can monitor your operating and process measurement data across multiple sites in real time—for operational monitoring outside regulatory reporting requirements.
Regulatory QAL1 Measurement Technology: Manufacturer-Neutral Consulting
Regulatory emission measurements under the IED require suitability testing of the entire measuring system according to QAL1 / EN 15267. Here we provide manufacturer-neutral consulting and work with specialized QAL1 system integrators to ensure your measuring system meets regulatory documentation requirements.
Your Path to IED-Compliant Emissions Monitoring
Are you facing the task of adapting your emissions measurement technology to the stricter EU requirements? We assess your existing plant technology, determine where process measurement technology is sufficient and where regulatory suitability-tested QAL1 systems are required, and show you the appropriate path. Take advantage of our non-binding initial consultation on emissions monitoring: Contact our experts at Fresenius Umwelttechnik.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Gas Analyzer 220 an Approved CEMS for the IED?
No. The GA220 is a multi-gas analyzer for process and operational monitoring outside regulatory reporting requirements. Regulatory IED emission measurements require suitability testing of the entire measuring system according to QAL1 / EN 15267—we provide manufacturer-neutral consulting and work with specialized system integrators.
How Many Components Does the GA220 Measure?
The GA220 simultaneously measures up to five components in one device, for example CO, CO₂, NO, NO₂, SO₂, or O₂. The specific configuration depends on the application.
What Is the Cloud Connect Kit Intended For?
For remote monitoring of your operating and process measurement data across multiple sites in real time—outside regulatory reporting requirements.
When Do the New IED Requirements Take Effect?
IED 2.0 (Directive (EU) 2024/1785) entered into force on August 4, 2024, with the implementation deadline expiring on July 1, 2026. In Germany, implementation is taking place through an omnibus law that was in the legislative process at the time this article was written.
