At the European Economic Congress 2025 in Katowice, I attended a panel discussion organised by the Ministry of Industry. Its focus was related to sustainable and, ultimately, zero-emission energy as a key EU development priority.
These discussions underscored critical challenges and opportunities for the EU’s energy transition. Key questions emerged: Can Europe leverage affordable, sustainable energy to rival global competitors? How can the pursuit of climate neutrality align with restoring economic competitiveness across member states?
The debate also explored optimising the energy mix, weighing nuclear against renewable sources, and assessing primary versus secondary energy for economic efficiency. Furthermore, the climate transition’s far-reaching impacts were examined, from transforming industrial ecosystems and business costs to shaping corporate strategies, social dynamics, education, and innovation. Geopolitical realities and prospects for international cooperation were also central, highlighting the need for European solidarity and strategic bilateral agreements to navigate this complex landscape.
