The European Green Deal has been called the EU’s most ambitious climate agenda yet, promising a sustainable economic transformation and net-zero emissions by 2050. But fast-forward to 2025, and the landscape looks a lot more complex...
The good news? Many of the Green Deal regulations are already in place. From tighter emissions trading rules to product sustainability standards and a right to repair, the past few years have seen a wave of legislation that’s started to reshape Europe’s economy from the inside out.
After the 2024 elections, a shift to the right swept across Europe. While the Green Deal is far from dead, it’s now navigating perilous waters. At the same time, centrist forces are keeping the green flame alive with new initiatives.
But questions linger... Can the EU balance climate ambition with economic competitiveness? Is the recent push for simplifying sustainability rules a backdoor for deregulation? And will small businesses get the support they need to join the green transition?
In the full article, written by Arthur ten Wolde (Head of Circular Future and Executive Director of Ecopreneur.eu), we dive into what’s been achieved, what’s at risk, and what advocates like Ecopreneur.eu are calling for to keep the Green Deal going. If you're curious about the real state of the Green Deal, beyond headlines and political noise, this has to be your next read!