European Union governments have scaled back a proposed law that would regulate emissions from any airline with takeoffs or landings in Europe. But on Thursday, the ministers still agreed within five years to adopt measures likely to intensify a battle with the United States over global environmental regulation.
Environmental officials regard the airline bill as the centerpiece of a European effort to lead the world in reducing greenhouse-gas emissions, but the United States government and many airlines have insisted that there should be an international agreement first. Airlines also say the action could cost billions of dollars and drive up ticket prices.
European ministers deemed the measure a victory for the environment despite changes that include delaying its introduction and reducing the number of permits airlines would have to buy.
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