Special episode #EUSEW2024: EU: the Dog Who Caught The Bus?

We have a Green Deal, we had elections: now, what?

Last week, I attended the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW), a flagship event driving the future of sustainable energy in Europe.

I decided to record a special episode of the Energ'ethic podcast right from the event.

It’s a great moment to take the temperature in Brussels and ask a few people about European’s energy and climate priorities for the years to come.

Right after the European elections, I’ve been feeling that the EU is like the dog who has just caught the bus.

Does it know where it is going now?

What is the next step?

Can Europe keep on being the climate leader?

And how?

So I asked two questions:

• what should be the energy and climate policy priorities in the years to come?

• And

• Do you think discussions at EUSEW are reflecting these priorities?

🗣 I spoke with some brilliant minds, including: Jaume Loffredo from Smarten, Julie Kjestrup from Velux, Anna Gumbau, Marco Gervasi from Eyen, Professor Lucia Ruggeri, Jad Mouawad, Lorraine Claffey from Energy Traders Europe, Max Joel from NYSEDA, Johannes Volmer from the European Renewable Energy Federation

🎙 What did they say?

1. We need to ploy more renewables quickly, and "Harnessing flexibility is fundamental if we want to achieve our climate targets," Said Jaume Loffredo

1. Improving our electricity grids to handle increased renewable energy is critical. Marco noted, "We need to invest more money and deliver in the next five years."

1. Julie Kjestrup underscored the need for action. "Implementation is key – it’s about delivery, not just planning."

1. Anna Gumbau discussed the importance of unlocking funds for the energy transition. "We need to find the right balance between public finance and unlocking investor certainty," she said.

2. But as Lucia Ruggeri urged, "Social justice must be at the heart of the green transition."

🛠 In short:

• Inclusiveness and equity must be central to energy policies.

• Public participation is crucial.

• Now is time for effective implementation of the bold Green Deal policies - and go further!

We’re watching - and listening.

It’s been a delight to record such meaningful conversations. Let's continue to push for a just and inclusive energy transition. Together, we can make a difference! 🌿

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