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Green Deal goals: can the EU be both sustainable and competitive?

3 Jun 2024
All Committees
Environment

On Tuesday, 28 May, we looked at how the EU can solidify itself as a leader in the fight against climate change. We also dove into how climate policies will impact the competitiveness of the EU while reaching its Green Deal goals. Our panelist explained why finding the right balance between environmental ambition and economic prosperity is crucial for a successful transition. The discussions highlighted the need for innovation and investment in green technologies to ensure the EU remains a global leader.  

The panel included Max Bergmann, Director, Center for Strategic and International Studies; Terhi Lehtonen, Coordinator, Inter-Institutional Relations, Directorate-General for Climate Action, European Commission; Andrei Marcu, Founder and Executive Director, European Roundtable on Climate Change and Sustainable Transition, and was moderated by Antonella Sopranzetti (ExxonMobil), Chair, Transport, Energy & Climate Committee, AmCham EU.