The Green Deal: innovation, geopolitics, and the future of industry in Europe
On Tuesday night, we had the honor of hosting Diederik Samsom at our office on Lange Voorhout for the event “The Green Deal: What’s Next?”. As the former Chief of Staff to European Commissioner Frans Timmermans (2019-2024), Samsom played a key role in shaping the European Green Deal. With the recent European and American elections […]
CO2 storage will soon provide raw material for the new economy
Menno’s view: a perspective on green growth In the Netherlands, we are very clear about what we don’t want. There should be no pollution. No nitrogen. No fossil fuels. And no CO2 storage. However, if we want to maintain our prosperity, we cannot say “no” to everything. What we see as waste today could soon […]
Business must show leadership for green growth
Menno’s view: a perspective on green growth Green growth of the economy is the mantra of the new administration. But who will ensure that green growth actually happens? The Dutch government must provide the infrastructure, a stable political climate, and the right regulations to make the economy and society more sustainable. But successful green growth […]
Ørsted
Ørsted, the global market leader in offshore wind energy, developed the Dutch wind farm Borssele 12 with the mission to create a world that runs on green energy. The European Union, through its Fit-for-55 package, aims to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 and requires 40% of our energy to come from […]
Africa lights up Europe’s energy futureÂ
Europe has historically relied on a few energy importers. This dependency has exposed vulnerabilities in the supply chain, especially during events like the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine. The war has highlighted the urgent need for Europe to diversify its energy sources and become more independent and resilient. Aligned with the Paris Agreement […]
Power up your vote: How the EU elections can impact your energy bill
With the upcoming European elections drawing near and political attention shifting towards farmers’ protests, as discussed in our last blog, debates around the European Union’s (EU) energy policy have also undergone a notable shift. During the 2019 election campaign, climate and energy transition took center stage, fueled by movements like “Fridays for Future” led by […]
Towards a green EU? Not without Latin America
The European Union (EU) needs to strengthen its ties with Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) to concretize the energy transition. The Spanish presidency to the EU – characterized by its strong focus on the EU’s international position and the strengthening of EU-LAC relations – took important steps to this end. This term, with crucial […]
The impact of climate change on global security
The impact of climate change on global security Insights from Gen (ret.) Stéphane Abrial Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our times. The issue goes beyond environmental concerns, and has far-reaching effects on livelihoods, health, geopolitical stability and migration. This has prone major nations to fast-track on the search for clean […]
Industrial policy is back in action
Industrial policy is back in action Is the Netherlands still an attractive location for businesses? Is the investment climate under pressure, as employer organisations claim? Is there enough room for the manufacturing industry, and how should that industry actually look like in 2030 or 2050 when we aim to be climate-neutral? We hear these questions […]
Energy transition gaining momentum: make sure you’re part of the debate in Brussels
Energy transition gaining momentum: make sure you’re part of the debate in Brussels The Russian invasion of Ukraine has seriously disrupted the European energy market. Brussels is preparing for the new reality. “Negotiations are now underway for a new set-up. As a corporation, make sure you come to the table, because policymakers need knowledge,” writes […]
