🔎Energy diplomacy in the Mediterranean
Last week, ECCO hosted a high-level dialogue with @strategicperspectives.eu on the importance of clean energy cooperation in the Mediterranean.
The discussion also explored ways to transform the #Mediterranean into a hub for renewable energy and clean tech.
@strategicperspectives.eu put out a nice analysis last week showing how electrification gets us off US gas in 10 years and off all imported gas except for Norway and the UK by 2040.
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⚠️ EU Ministers agree on 2040 climate target
EU environment ministers reached an agreement today on the 2040 climate target, setting the direction for Europe’s path toward a net 90% reduction in emissions.
More in our press release 👇
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Today, EU environment ministers are expected to agree on the 2040 climate target.
Why does this decision matter, and how can a strong emissions reduction goal benefit Europe’s economy, industry, and citizens?
Our Executive Director @lindakalcher.bsky.social explains what’s at stake👇
Tonight, the European Council adopted conclusions on how to support the achievement of the EU’s intermediate climate target for 2040.
Read the full reactions by @lindakalcher.bsky.social and @neilmakaroff.bsky.social in our press release 👇
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EU leaders meet this week to debate competitiveness and the 2040 climate target.
In their latest blog, @lindakalcher.bsky.social and @neilmakaroff.bsky.social look at what’s on the EUCO menu, and what it means for industrial growth and energy security👇
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The European Commission released two timely publications today: its Global Vision on Energy and Climate Diplomacy and the Pact for the Mediterranean.
Read more in our press release 👇
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🔎The Mediterranean’s role in the #energytransition
A new @strategiceu.bsky.social report shows how the New Pact for the Mediterranean & the Trans-Mediterranean Energy & Clean Tech Initiative can encourage clean energy diplomacy in the region.
👉Read the full report: tinyurl.com/2sbvxxh5
The EU’s new global vision on energy and climate diplomacy offers a chance to redefine its global role, linking competitiveness, resilience and partnerships that deliver real outcomes.
Read the analysis by Anne-Sophie Cerisola and @lindakalcher.bsky.social.
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The #EUCO debate on 2040 will be the first major test for Chancellor Merz’s ambitions as EU leader. He was decisive to allow for leaders to provide "guidance". Now it's up to him and Macron to ensure that ministers can adopt the target afterwards.
My piece in @table.media table.media/en/europe/op...
At next week’s Competitiveness Council, ministers can send a clear signal that competitiveness and climate neutrality go hand in hand if the right tools are in place.
More in the latest blog by @neilmakaroff.bsky.social and @tristan-beucler.bsky.social 👇
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In March 2025, the EU launched talks on its first Clean Trade and Investment Partnership ( #CTIPs) with South Africa.
💡CTIPs aim to align EU external action with industrial policy, support clean energy cooperation and offer a flexible tool to complement trade deals.
🔗 Read more: bit.ly/3IAHeyt
At the start of UNGA, a joint letter by 20 leaders signals a willingness to align efforts to achieve a just and equitable transition.
The EU's commitment is a good sign, but concrete outcomes should follow on the way to COP30 and beyond.
Joint letter 👇
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Press conference following the Environment Council 👇
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The EU will not submit its NDC ahead of the deadline next week.
"The statement of intent is a hard-fought consolation prize, but it allows the EU to speak with one voice at the General Assembly next week," commented @lindakalcher.bsky.social.
Full quote 👇
The EU is set to miss the second NDC submission deadline next week.
Failure to have 2035 and 2040 targets ready before COP30 could weaken other countries' ambition, as they could use the EU as an excuse for their own inaction, said @lindakalcher.bsky.social.
More 👇
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Macron has joined Poland, Italy and Hungary to stall the discussions on the EU's 2040 target.
"France is now putting itself in a dangerous position and running the risk of not reaching an ambitious agreement," commented our Director @neilmakaroff.bsky.social.
More 👇
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Prof #Draghi follows with a series of stark warnings:
- Europe’s dependencies theaten us,
- without growth, difficult to support ageing society or address #climate change.
One year on, it got worse:
- US tougher on trade,
- China became a stronger competitor, trade surplus up 20% in last year.
A year after his famous report, Mario #Draghi takes stock: "Europe is in a harder place. Inaction is threatening our sovereignty".
He rings the alarm bell: limited reforms have been agreed/launched, investment has decreased, and dependencies come at a high price.
⏰ This week EU Environment Ministers should have been deciding on the #2040Target, but some governments have now secured further delays!
Citizens, local authorities and businesses are calling on Europe to deliver ambition, not water it down.
Read more 👉 caneurope.org/hac-sept-2025/
#ClimateAction
"To safeguard Europe’s competitiveness and resilience, the bloc must deepen its drive toward decarbonisation. Adopting the EU’s 90% CO2 reduction target will ensure European companies thrive in global markets for decades to come."
“La France ne peut pas être à l'origine d'un blocage institutionnel sur le climat”.
En repoussant la discussion au niveau du Conseil européen, la France risque de donner un poids démesuré à ceux qui veulent bloquer toute politique climatique. 👇
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We are happy to announce that Norbert Gorißen has joined Strategic Perspectives as a Senior Fellow.
With more than two decades at the heart of German and European climate diplomacy, Norbert brings deep expertise and a unique network to our team.
Join us in welcoming him!
Europe’s car industry gains from strong CO₂ standards.
European preference in lead markets can support investment in EVs, protect jobs across the continent, and keep market share in Europe instead of shifting it to China.
The European Commission is still not taking its potential for innovation and energy independence seriously.
The path for a more independent Europe begins with bold proposals to support strategic industries, not timid steps.
Full #SOTEU speech 👇
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On industry, President von der Leyen gave an honest assessment of Europe’s geopolitical and industrial challenges, says our Director, @neilmakaroff.bsky.social.
However, that might not be enough.
"Von der Leyen talks about the need to lower energy prices for competitiveness, but her actions could easily provoke the opposite,” commented our Executive Director, @lindakalcher.bsky.social.
The lack of reference to any electrification is not a good signal.
Ursula von der Leyen delivered her first #SOTEU address of her second term. Europe’s independence, security, and competitiveness were key priorities of the speech.
But the question remains how the proposals communicated today will be implemented in the following months.
More 👇
Ursula von der Leyen will deliver the first #SOTEU of her second term tomorrow.
Energy security, reindustrialisation, and stronger international partnerships are expected to remain high on the Commission's agenda.
Read more in our latest blog 👇
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