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EU Plan for a Competitive and Green Industry

10e legislature · TA-10-2025-0065
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Understanding the adopted text

The European Parliament has adopted a resolution on industrial competitiveness and energy transition. The text responds to recent reports by Mario Draghi and Enrico Letta, as well as European Commission communications from February 2025. The measures focus particularly on energy-intensive industries, which represent a significant part of the EU economy.

Context and objectives

The resolution fits within EU efforts to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 while maintaining industrial competitiveness. Main objectives include reducing energy costs, accelerating the green transition, and ensuring strategic autonomy. The text references the Clean Industry Pact and the Affordable Energy Action Plan.

Key measures

  • Accelerating permitting procedures for clean energy projects
  • Promoting long-term contracts for electricity purchasing
  • Improving cross-border interconnections and storage systems
  • Reducing taxes and levies on energy for industry
  • Developing carbon capture and storage technologies
  • Harmonizing grid access fees

Timeline and implementation

Parliament calls on the European Commission to propose urgent measures in 2025, including analysis of short-term energy markets. Member states must simplify permitting procedures and increase investments in grids. The European Investment Bank will provide guarantees for risk reduction, especially for SMEs.

Impact for citizens and stakeholders

Energy-intensive industries will benefit from lower energy costs and accelerated procedures. Citizens will have access to cheaper and more stable energy. SMEs will receive support for green investments. The transition will require participation from local communities and social partners to ensure a fair change.

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