Accelerating Europe’s Industrial Future: The Role of Regions in Energy-Intensive Sectors

As Europe accelerates its green and industrial transitions, energy-intensive sectors (particularly chemicals) face increasing pressure from high energy costs, global competition, and regulatory complexity. This session brings together EU regions to examine how EU policies such as the Industrial Accelerator Act and the Circular Economy Act shape competitiveness, decarbonization, and resilience in regional ecosystems. Drawing on regional experiences, it highlights the need to align EU priorities with place-based realities, address rising costs, and unlock innovation. The discussion aims to deliver insights to secure a strong, sustainable, and globally competitive industrial future for Europe.