Affordable energy and support for industry

He European Parliament has given the green light to the next college of commissionersNew community government will be launched next 1 december thanks for doing agreement arrived a day early Among the leaders of popular Europeans, social democrats and liberals In the European Parliament, with which he already avoided candidacy problems Former Minister of Ecological Transition, Teresa RiberaFor his responsibility in the management of Dana. A national issue became a weapon that has thrown the date of the new Community Executive into suspense.

Candidates for Vice-Presidents and European Commissioners They followed the agenda set by Brussels and, between 4 and 12 November, they all appeared in person. confirmation hearing, Where he presented his program and answered questions from MEPs So that they can be evaluated and checked whether they are suitable for the prescribed posts or not.

In terms of energy, environment and sustainability, one of the candidates is Apostolos Tzitzikostas, Greek candidate for Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and TourismWhose confirmation hearing took place on November 4. In line with the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, Hellenic Expressed desire to make all transportation models more sustainableIncreasing and facilitating citizens’ access to this type of mobility, and providing adequate incentives to citizens and companies so that they can make informed decisions.

Based on these guidelines, one of the most relevant proposals of Tzitzikostas is a commitment to present Sustainable Transport Investment Plan

Promoting decarbonization solutions in the sector, such as the production and supply of sustainable fuels (particularly for air and maritime transport) and the development of charging infrastructure; develop a Industrial Action Plan for Automotive Sectoras well as Complete the trans-European transport network (TEN-T, its abbreviation in English) within the established time frame. In terms of tourism, its commitment includes implementing a sustainability strategy for the sector aimed at supporting and preserving the well-being of local communities.

Dan Jorgensen, Danish candidate for European Commissioner for Energy and HousingAppeared before confirmation hearing on November 5. Candidate expressed as priority Lower electricity prices for industry and citizensSimilarly, he advocated achieving Complete energy independence from RussiaAlso decarbonizing the energy ‘mix’. He also proposed efforts to focus on fight energy povertyare committed to promoting Deploying renewable energy by streamlining permitting, expand energy networks, develop relationships, Promoting Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and new storage technologiesAlso known as ‘Power to X’ solutions.

MEPs were asked about their position nuclear powerJorgensen said that “It will be necessary to achieve climate change” And so, “Will become part of the Commission’s clean energy plans”However, he warned against Europe’s growing reliance on the nuclear industry and foreign fuel-related supply chains, which could also be linked to Russia.

He also appeared on the same day Jessica Roswall, Swedish candidate for Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and Competitive Circular Economywho promised to launch circular economy package with measures of Encouraging a single market for waste and recycled materials And, at the same time, guarantees clean and sustainable production in the EU. They also announced their intention to work on the modernization of European Union chemicals legislation (REACH) New package of measures for the chemical industry Will be proposed in 2025, and will address PFAS (so-called ‘forever chemicals’) to reduce the human and environmental risks of these harmful products, including banning their use in consumer products.

Among his priorities he also highlighted the development of New Strategy on Water ResilienceWith the aim of providing clean water to all, eliminating its scarcity (especially in agriculture), Improving the competitiveness of the water industry

The EU and address the impact of climate change. Similarly, he committed to Update the EU bioeconomy strategy and fighting to secure central funding for environmental priorities in the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF).

meet climate goals

It was my turn on 7th November Wopke Hoekstra, Dutch candidate for Commissioner for Climate, Net Zero Emissions and Clean GrowthAmong his plans, he indicated his commitment to present European plan for adaptation to climate change and also, evaluating the need for future legislation in this area Suggested that EU funds should only be distributed to projects that are ready to adaptHe also promised to purify one European climate law targets 90% net greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2040 For the Union to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, as well as work towards phasing out all fossil fuel subsidies financed from the EU budget.

Hoekstra also promised to present EU clean industrial deal within 100 days To help European companies achieve climate targets as well as “fight fiercely” Appropriate economic environment for automobile industries, EU batteries and renewable energyCommitted to Hoekstra Promoting the deployment of car charging infrastructure and investment in the electrical gridToo Urges not to modify biofuel framework and instead focus on electrificationHe also expressed commitment to Provide greater support to the steel industry and carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. On tax, Hoekstra said tax systems should facilitate climate ambitions, not hinder them, and pledged to study some form of aviation tax.

Teresa Ribera, the Spanish candidate for Executive Vice-President for Clean, Fair and Competitive Transformation, is already Competition CommissionerIntervened on 12 November. Spain’s former energy transition minister expressed commitment for this European Green Deal stays on track to meet climate objectivesTo improve Europe’s ability to prepare for growing climate-related risks, Ribera promised New European plan to prioritize climate change adaptation and water resilienceSimilarly, its commitment is to develop Action Plan on Affordable Energy Prices for Businesses and Households It addresses all components of energy prices (including clean energy taxes and financial markets for energy products) to address one of the EU’s main competitive disadvantages. is also committed to implementing Industrial Decarbonization Acceleration Law

The focus is on energy-intensive industries, which will support the development, production and diffusion of European clean technologies in industry and accelerate planning, tendering and permitting processes, especially for the transition of electro-intensive industries.

Ribera has also committed to work for this Implement EU climate and energy targets for 2030as well as to establish a By 2040 EU aims to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by 90% The EU would be allowed to become carbon neutral by mid-century compared to 1990 levels. Ribera said it was necessary Support industrial decarbonization, promote a just transition that includes quality housing and jobs, and leverage the green and digital transitionIn terms of competition, Ribera promised to work on reforming EU competition policy to improve the speed of its applications, simplify state aid rules and prevent takeovers that hinder innovation.