In brief | 12 February '25
European Commission
The Commission has adopted its 2025 work programme, outlining its ambition to boost competitiveness, enhance security, and bolster economic resilience in the EU.
EIB Investment Survey:
Survey also shows Germany-based businesses ahead of EU average in use of digital technologies.
Alix Partners:
Germany's heating industry faces significant transformation, fueled by the push for decarbonisation and regulatory changes.
Future funding rounds should explicitly exclude direct and indirect funding of fossil-based hydrogen.
Deutsche Welle:
In the run-up to Germany's February election, some experts worry climate action is being pitted against the economy.
Euractiv:
Transitioning to electric systems often requires substantial initial investment, but there’s a clear plan, and ambition.
Bloomberg:
Commission is due to unveil ESG rule changes later this month.
The Conversation:
If the UK has any hope of meeting its climate targets, it should instead be seeking alternatives to flying where possible.
