The European Commission has launched the Clean Industrial Agreement, a strategy aimed at positioning Europe as a global leader in decarbonization, while ensuring the competitiveness and resilience of its industry. This initiative responds to the challenge of high energy costs and unfair competition at the global level, offering a clear framework for companies and investors in the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy by 2050.
The plan focuses on two strategic sectors: energy-intensive industries, which need support to decarbonize, and clean technology, crucial for future growth. Additionally, it promotes a circular approach that optimizes EU resources and reduces dependence on external materials.
Notable measures include reducing energy costs through an Action Plan for affordable energy, promoting sustainable industrial products with carbon intensity labels, and mobilizing over 100 billion euros to support clean manufacturing.
Furthermore, access to critical materials will be facilitated, and a Circular Economy Act will be promoted for 2026. At the international level, partnerships in clean trade and investment will be promoted, along with mechanisms to protect against unfair competition. Finally, a “Skills Union” will be established to train a workforce prepared for the strategic sectors of the future.
With this agreement, the Commission reaffirms its commitment to making Europe a global benchmark for industrial innovation and environmental sustainability.
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