Cross-cutting policy
26 February 2025
EU's 2024-2029 priorities: industrial strategy, green transition, and economic resilience
Cross-cutting policy
26 February 2025
Cross-cutting policy
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The European Commission's 2024-2029 priorities focus on industrial competitiveness, sustainability, and resilience.
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The European Commission presented the latest work programme which focuses on competitiveness, sustainability and resilience.
A key priority is economic resilience and energy security, ensuring Europe's industries remain competitive amidst global supply chain disruptions and geopolitical challenges.
The chemical sector – vital for manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and green technologies – will play a central role in achieving the EU Green Deal’s objectives, including climate neutrality by 2050. Séjourné will oversee efforts to enhance strategic autonomy, particularly in raw materials and sustainable chemistry, while ensuring a just transition for industries and workers.
The green and digital transition remains a pillar of EU policy. The Commission will prioritise clean energy adoption, industrial decarbonisation, and circular economy principles, aligning with the Transition Pathway for the Chemical Industry. Funding mechanisms such as Horizon Europe, the Innovation Fund, and the Just Transition Mechanism will support businesses in adopting safe and sustainable-by-design (SSbD) chemicals and reducing carbon footprints.
The EU will focus on technological innovation, regulatory simplification, and investment incentives to boost industrial competitiveness. This includes supporting SMEs, accelerating digitalisation, and ensuring a level playing field for European industries.
The chemical sector will be at the heart of Europe's climate, economic, and industrial evolution, making its transformation crucial to the Commission's long-term strategy.
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