Europe’s energy transition must power a stronger tomorrow

Europe’s Energy Transition Must Power a Stronger Tomorrow

Europe’s energy transition must balance climate ambition with economic competitiveness. The power sector, acting as a core enabler, is essential for maintaining affordable, secure, and sustainable growth across European industries.

A Decisive Decade for Transformation

The European Union enters a pivotal decade for its energy transformation. As the global race for clean technologies intensifies, geopolitical shifts and fierce international competition are redefining how markets operate. The EU’s strategic approach to this transition will shape its future economic standing.

“If managed strategically, the EU can drive competitiveness, growth and resilience. If mismanaged, Europe risks losing its industrial base, jobs and global influence.”

PKEE Energy Day 2025: A Call for Action

These concerns were at the center of the PKEE Energy Day 2025, held in Brussels on October 14. The event gathered over 350 policymakers, industry leaders, and energy experts under the theme “Secure, competitive and clean: is Europe delivering on its energy promise?”. The consensus was clear: the energy transition must serve economic stability and growth, not hinder them.

The Power Sector as the Backbone

The backbone of Europe’s industrial future lies in its power sector. Without a comprehensive transformation in the generation and distribution of electricity, industries such as steel, chemicals, transport, and digital services will struggle to achieve decarbonization goals.

Author’s Summary

Europe stands at a turning point—its ability to align energy transition goals with industrial competitiveness will define the continent’s social, economic, and environmental resilience in the next decade.

POLITICO.eu — 2025-11-05