EU’s clean industrial deal has one clear motive: to build and develop an overall sustainable economic system to further global development and enhance industrial competitiveness. It addresses high energy costs and global competition to support European industries. The focus is on energy-intensive sectors like steel, metals, and chemicals.

This act is meant to accelerate the decarbonization movement, promoting the transition to clean energy and electrification. The EU policy aims for a 90% reduction in emissions by 2040.

Affordable Energy Action Plan

The new EU’s clean industrial deal will lower and reduce energy costs by implementing measures to lower energy bills for industries, businesses, and households. It accelerates the deployment of renewable energy sources.

The Clean Deal will enhance energy infrastructure with improved interconnections to promote efficient energy use and decrease dependence on imported fossil fuels.

Financing the Clean Transition

To fund and mobilize this green energy, an investment of over €100 billion has been allocated to support EU-based clean manufacturing. This establishes an Industrial Decarbonization Bank to secure additional funding.

Streamlining State Aid

Strengthening the Innovation Fund to support industrial decarbonization efforts and adopting a new framework will also expedite the approval of state aid for renewable energy projects.

Promoting Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency

Securing raw materials and establishing an EU Critical Raw Material Centre for joint procurement helps set up mechanisms for companies to aggregate demand for essential materials.

The introduction of a Circular Economy Act by 2026 to boost resource efficiency. The EU aims for 24% of materials to be circular by 2030.

Global Partnerships and Trade

Diversifying supply chains and launching Clean Trade and Investment Partnerships to secure reliable global partners by strengthening trade defence mechanisms against unfair competition.

Implementing Carbon Border Measures

Simplifying and reinforcing the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism to ensure fair pricing for carbon emissions in imported goods.

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Developing a Skilled Workforce

To invest in human capital, the EU New Deal plans to establish a Union of Skills to develop competencies in clean technologies. This includes allocating up to €90 million from Erasmus+ for training in strategic industries.

Creating Quality Employment

Promoting human welfare and economic growth with quality jobs through education and training programs to address skill shortages to support workers during the transition to a low-carbon economy

The European Union’s clean industrial deal is a primary representation of how, through actionable steps and collaboration, it is prioritising the fostering of a competitive, sustainable, and resilient industrial sector, positioning decarbonization as a catalyst for growth and innovation.

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