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Rolling back clean energy policies to save European industry will backfire. Whilst it may seem attractive in the short term it is poor industrial policy in the long term. The latest attempts of Germany to once again derail European regulation on the phase-out of the internal combustion engine fall into this category.
In my remarks at the European Council this week, I emphasised that standing still (or even moving backwards) on climate and clean energy policies is not a path to industrial strength — it’s a risk to Europe’s competitiveness. European industries need stability, clarity, and long-term direction to invest confidently in the technologies of the future. Policy uncertainty discourages innovation and diverts investment to other regions offering clearer signals.
Meanwhile, the rest of the world is not standing still. If Europe hesitates now, it risks losing ground in the global race for the industries of tomorrow. Staying the course on climate ambition is not just about reaching net zero — it’s about ensuring Europe remains an industrial leader in the 21st century economy.

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