On 23 June 2025 ETN Global, as part of European Net Zero Alliance (ENZA), signed a position paper on EC’s Clean Industrial Deal titled “Accelerating Europe’s sustainable industrial transition: ENZA’s Vision for a competitive and net-zero economy”.

The position paper welcomes the Clean Industrial Deal acknowledging it as a step towards decarbonising industry while strengthening European competitiveness, but it also highlights that there is a need for a technology-inclusive approach to Europe’s clean energy transition as well as fair access to funding for all viable solutions.

To meet climate neutrality targets by 2050, Europe needs to make the most of its diverse energy mix. This includes renewable electricity, sustainable fuels, hydrogen, and enabling technologies like cogeneration and carbon capture. Supporting system integration, where different energy types work efficiently together, is key to building a flexible, cost-effective, and resilient energy network.

The paper also calls for fair investment mechanisms, and a broader focus beyond electrification. Affordable energy, and secure energy supply must go hand in hand.

In short, the Calls to Action aimed at the EC are:

1. Embrace a technology-inclusive, multi-energy strategy to decarbonisation with broader access to finance that support viable clean technologies.
2. Improve coordination between sectors and energy networks.
3. Close regulatory and financial gaps that block investment and innovation in clean technologies.
4. Build a reliable, secure and future-proof energy system that supports both climate and industry goals.

We remain committed to working with policymakers and partners across sectors to turn ambition into action and deliver a clean, and competitive energy future for Europe.