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Focus AreasEnergy Transition & Climate Change

As we continue to experience extreme weather conditions and rising sea levels globally, governments and society are coming to terms with the reality of climate change and the potential political, security and economic implications. The Energy Transition and Climate Change Working Group addresses the triggers for a successful transition towards a low carbon economy, and thus contributes to achieving the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement.

The "Energy Transition & Climate Change" Working Group:

Dimitri Papalexopoulos face shot

Chair

Dimitri Papalexopoulos

Chairman of the Executive Committee / Titan Cement

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Convenor

Antonis Kyrkos

Titan Cement

Philippe Adriaenssens face shot

Contact

Philippe Adriaenssens

+32 2 543 10 53

Philippe.Adriaenssens@ert.eu

Dimitri Papalexopoulos talks about the business community’s Call to Action, ahead of COP26

On the eve of the COP26 Climate Summit in Glasgow, ERT Vice-Chair and Chair of the Committee on Energy Transition & Climate Change, Dimitri Papalexopoulos talks about the Call to Action from the Global Business Community.

Euronews Debates x ERT conference: Industrial Evolution - can the EU Green Deal empower business & consumer change?

Watch the special Euronews Debate on the EU Green Deal, featuring European Commission EVP Frans Timmermans and ERT Members Dimitri Papalexopoulos, Jim Schnabe, Helge Lund, Ilham Kadri, Ola Kaellenius and Ignacio Galan.

Featured Documents

12 May 2022

ERT Statement on EU Energy Policy

The European Round Table for Industry (ERT) today issues a statement sharing its views on the vital subject of accelerating energy transition, in the context of the upcoming REPower EU...
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30 November 2021

ERT Position Paper – Enablers for investing in hydrogen in Europe

This Position Paper highlights facts & figures on hydrogen in Europe and defines enablers for the uptake of a hydrogen economy. ERT member companies are also sharing their case studies...
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28 October 2021

COP26 – A Call to Action from the Global Business Community

Global businesses support climate action that enhances competitiveness In the run-up to COP26, we, representing the CEOs and Chairs of leading global companies, have come together to express the business...
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24 June 2021

Industrial transformation and competitiveness are key for a successful ‘Fit for 55%’ package

BRUSSELS, 24 JUNE 2021: The Members of ERT – 60 CEOs and Chairs of multinational companies of European origin in the industrial, technology and digital sectors – fully support the...
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25 February 2021

ERT Statement on Sectoral Approaches

ERT’s 57 Chief Executives and Chairs of leading multinational companies of European parentage, covering a wide range of industrial and technological sectors, fully support the EU Climate Law’s target to...
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10 December 2020

Europe’s industrial leaders voice their support for EU climate goals and share ideas to empower transition

  Support of European industrialists comes during a critical week for the EU as a 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target is on agenda of EU Summit ERT’s endorsement of the...
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10 June 2020

European industrial leaders support the Next Generation EU recovery plan

As many European countries move to gradually reopen their economies, European corporate leaders today announced their support for European Commission (EC) President von der Leyen’s Next Generation EU recovery plan¹...
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4 December 2019

European industry embraces climate neutrality and is ready to act on an ambitious but balanced Green Deal

COP25 is currently taking place in Madrid. The US has started the process of formally withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, against a backdrop of mounting evidence of the impact of...
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Energy Transition & Climate Change


All Focus Areas

Competitiveness & Innovation

European companies and their employees are under increasing pressure from international competition.

Strengthening Europe’s Place in the World

The European Union has benefited its citizens economically and socially, regardless of the current challenges.

Digital Transformation

The digital transformation of industry is a critical factor for Europe’s competitiveness, growth and jobs.

Jobs, Skills & Impact

Europe’s greatest asset is its people and their diversity. We focus on bridging the skills gap and building an inclusive company culture.

Energy Transition & Climate Change

The EU has taken a global lead in climate action - climate neutrality and global competitiveness must be mutually reinforcing.

Trade & Market Access

Free trade is one of the founding principles of the EU, and we need to take a stand to protect and preserve it.

Competition Policy

Unfair trading practices as well as the increasing dominance of global companies originating in the East and West are threatening Europe’s economy.

Finance & Tax

Europe must become a more attractive destination for doing business and making investments.


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