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The #SFDR is the main EU rulebook for sustainability transparency in the financial sector.
Our new policy brief 👇 explains how the current review can close gaps, curb greenwashing and steer private capital toward activities that help deliver the EU’s climate goals.
shareaction.org/policies/sfd...
Our new policy brief 👇 explains how the current review can close gaps, curb greenwashing and steer private capital toward activities that help deliver the EU’s climate goals.
shareaction.org/policies/sfd...
February 5, 2026 at 11:36 AM
The #SFDR is the main EU rulebook for sustainability transparency in the financial sector.
Our new policy brief 👇 explains how the current review can close gaps, curb greenwashing and steer private capital toward activities that help deliver the EU’s climate goals.
shareaction.org/policies/sfd...
Our new policy brief 👇 explains how the current review can close gaps, curb greenwashing and steer private capital toward activities that help deliver the EU’s climate goals.
shareaction.org/policies/sfd...
New briefing from E3G and UNDP!
Based on analysis from our NDC energy commitments tracker, this briefing highlights how some of the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are world-leading in terms of their energy transition ambition.
Have a read👇
Based on analysis from our NDC energy commitments tracker, this briefing highlights how some of the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are world-leading in terms of their energy transition ambition.
Have a read👇
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February 5, 2026 at 5:10 PM
New briefing from E3G and UNDP!
Based on analysis from our NDC energy commitments tracker, this briefing highlights how some of the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are world-leading in terms of their energy transition ambition.
Have a read👇
Based on analysis from our NDC energy commitments tracker, this briefing highlights how some of the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are world-leading in terms of their energy transition ambition.
Have a read👇
🙌Clean partnerships serve climate goals AND industrial competitiveness and supply-chain resilience.
That's why the EU should deepen cooperation with Egypt on #renewables, while staying alert to new actors entering the space.
Read our latest briefing: buff.ly/RDdd52z
That's why the EU should deepen cooperation with Egypt on #renewables, while staying alert to new actors entering the space.
Read our latest briefing: buff.ly/RDdd52z
EU–Egypt partnership: win–win for trade, industry and the clean transition
Strengthening trade cooperation with Egypt in support of its ambitious renewable energy targets offers unique benefits for EU regional influence, supply chain resilience, and industrial…
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February 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM
🙌Clean partnerships serve climate goals AND industrial competitiveness and supply-chain resilience.
That's why the EU should deepen cooperation with Egypt on #renewables, while staying alert to new actors entering the space.
Read our latest briefing: buff.ly/RDdd52z
That's why the EU should deepen cooperation with Egypt on #renewables, while staying alert to new actors entering the space.
Read our latest briefing: buff.ly/RDdd52z
🌍Climate #adaptation gained momentum in 2025. The real test is delivery.
The table below sums up the adaptation outcomes of #COP30 and their implications for 2026. Focus is now on political dynamics that will determine whether this progress translates into action.
👉Read our blog: buff.ly/ImJfrli
The table below sums up the adaptation outcomes of #COP30 and their implications for 2026. Focus is now on political dynamics that will determine whether this progress translates into action.
👉Read our blog: buff.ly/ImJfrli
February 3, 2026 at 2:30 PM
🌍Climate #adaptation gained momentum in 2025. The real test is delivery.
The table below sums up the adaptation outcomes of #COP30 and their implications for 2026. Focus is now on political dynamics that will determine whether this progress translates into action.
👉Read our blog: buff.ly/ImJfrli
The table below sums up the adaptation outcomes of #COP30 and their implications for 2026. Focus is now on political dynamics that will determine whether this progress translates into action.
👉Read our blog: buff.ly/ImJfrli
📣 We’re hiring an Asia Policy Advisor to join E3G’s International Transition Plan Network (ITPN).
Based in #Singapore, this role leads engagement across Southeast Asia on private sector climate transition plans and transition finance.
⏰ Applications close Monday 26 Jan (23:59 SGT)
Based in #Singapore, this role leads engagement across Southeast Asia on private sector climate transition plans and transition finance.
⏰ Applications close Monday 26 Jan (23:59 SGT)
Asia Policy Advisor, ITPN, Singapore
Asia Policy Advisor, ITPN, Singapore
This Policy Advisor post is based in Singapore as part of E3G’s specialist ITPN programme which focuses on private sector transition plans. The post holder will le...
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January 20, 2026 at 2:24 PM
📣 We’re hiring an Asia Policy Advisor to join E3G’s International Transition Plan Network (ITPN).
Based in #Singapore, this role leads engagement across Southeast Asia on private sector climate transition plans and transition finance.
⏰ Applications close Monday 26 Jan (23:59 SGT)
Based in #Singapore, this role leads engagement across Southeast Asia on private sector climate transition plans and transition finance.
⏰ Applications close Monday 26 Jan (23:59 SGT)
The North Seas could be one of Europe’s most powerful security and economic assets, but only if leaders act now.
Ahead of the North Sea Summit, out new report sets out how faster delivery can unlock security, resilience, and economic benefits for #Europe.
www.e3g.org/publications...
Ahead of the North Sea Summit, out new report sets out how faster delivery can unlock security, resilience, and economic benefits for #Europe.
www.e3g.org/publications...
Empowering Europe: Delivering the security and economic benefits of North Seas wind
Offshore wind in the North Seas has the potential to be a geostrategic and economic asset for Europe. Our report proposes an action plan for leaders.
www.e3g.org
January 19, 2026 at 5:19 PM
The North Seas could be one of Europe’s most powerful security and economic assets, but only if leaders act now.
Ahead of the North Sea Summit, out new report sets out how faster delivery can unlock security, resilience, and economic benefits for #Europe.
www.e3g.org/publications...
Ahead of the North Sea Summit, out new report sets out how faster delivery can unlock security, resilience, and economic benefits for #Europe.
www.e3g.org/publications...
With #President Ursula von der Leyen’s urgent call for “Europe’s independence moment” still ringing in our hearts and minds, what geopolitical happening do you think have shaped the EU’s ability to act this year?
December 17, 2025 at 1:05 PM
With #President Ursula von der Leyen’s urgent call for “Europe’s independence moment” still ringing in our hearts and minds, what geopolitical happening do you think have shaped the EU’s ability to act this year?
🌎 4. Diversify partnerships and deepening international cooperation.
Will the EU be able to achieve greater autonomy and its “independence moment”, while simultaneously expanding its global agency?
Will the EU be able to achieve greater autonomy and its “independence moment”, while simultaneously expanding its global agency?
December 17, 2025 at 1:05 PM
🌎 4. Diversify partnerships and deepening international cooperation.
Will the EU be able to achieve greater autonomy and its “independence moment”, while simultaneously expanding its global agency?
Will the EU be able to achieve greater autonomy and its “independence moment”, while simultaneously expanding its global agency?
⚡2. Harness electrification and circularity as levers for strategic autonomy, competitiveness and energy security.
Can the EU translate its #competitiveness rhetoric into an assertive focus on turning its #CleanIndustrialDeal into effective policies?
Can the EU translate its #competitiveness rhetoric into an assertive focus on turning its #CleanIndustrialDeal into effective policies?
December 17, 2025 at 1:04 PM
⚡2. Harness electrification and circularity as levers for strategic autonomy, competitiveness and energy security.
Can the EU translate its #competitiveness rhetoric into an assertive focus on turning its #CleanIndustrialDeal into effective policies?
Can the EU translate its #competitiveness rhetoric into an assertive focus on turning its #CleanIndustrialDeal into effective policies?
💰1. Rebuild financial autonomy and capacity to invest.
Can Europe harness upcoming openings, such as the negotiations on the #MultiannualFinancialFramework (MFF), and create new ones?
Can Europe harness upcoming openings, such as the negotiations on the #MultiannualFinancialFramework (MFF), and create new ones?
December 17, 2025 at 1:04 PM
💰1. Rebuild financial autonomy and capacity to invest.
Can Europe harness upcoming openings, such as the negotiations on the #MultiannualFinancialFramework (MFF), and create new ones?
Can Europe harness upcoming openings, such as the negotiations on the #MultiannualFinancialFramework (MFF), and create new ones?
In fact, geopolitical fragmentation and uncertainty has almost reinforced the perception of Europe as a ⚓ necessary anchor ⚓ in times of volatility.
And the EU remains resilient - a symbol of strength, continuity and hope.
As we move into 2026, there will be four key tests 👇
And the EU remains resilient - a symbol of strength, continuity and hope.
As we move into 2026, there will be four key tests 👇
December 17, 2025 at 1:04 PM
In fact, geopolitical fragmentation and uncertainty has almost reinforced the perception of Europe as a ⚓ necessary anchor ⚓ in times of volatility.
And the EU remains resilient - a symbol of strength, continuity and hope.
As we move into 2026, there will be four key tests 👇
And the EU remains resilient - a symbol of strength, continuity and hope.
As we move into 2026, there will be four key tests 👇
The EU has bent under internal and external threats, but also shown it can respond faster and differently in turbulent times, including:
🌍 A greater recognition of Europe’s leadership.
🌱 A growing drive for #EuropeanReindustrialisation, in part through #Decarbonisation.
🌍 A greater recognition of Europe’s leadership.
🌱 A growing drive for #EuropeanReindustrialisation, in part through #Decarbonisation.
December 17, 2025 at 1:04 PM
The EU has bent under internal and external threats, but also shown it can respond faster and differently in turbulent times, including:
🌍 A greater recognition of Europe’s leadership.
🌱 A growing drive for #EuropeanReindustrialisation, in part through #Decarbonisation.
🌍 A greater recognition of Europe’s leadership.
🌱 A growing drive for #EuropeanReindustrialisation, in part through #Decarbonisation.
As 2025 draws to a close, Europe has clarity on the factors that limit its autonomy:
⚙️ structural dependencies
💰 constrained finances
⚠️ and outdated defence and industrial capabilities.
⚙️ structural dependencies
💰 constrained finances
⚠️ and outdated defence and industrial capabilities.
December 17, 2025 at 1:04 PM
As 2025 draws to a close, Europe has clarity on the factors that limit its autonomy:
⚙️ structural dependencies
💰 constrained finances
⚠️ and outdated defence and industrial capabilities.
⚙️ structural dependencies
💰 constrained finances
⚠️ and outdated defence and industrial capabilities.
🕒 2025 has been a year of paralysis and reactiveness to internal and external pressures for the #EU. Find out what shaped the EU’s ability to act in 2025, and four tests for 2026 in our briefing: www.e3g.org/publications...
👇 Or join in the reflections and predictions below.
👇 Or join in the reflections and predictions below.
Europe's 2026 independence moment: The four tests that will define it
As 2025 draws to a close, Europe has clarity on the factors that limit its autonomy: structural dependencies, constrained finances, and outdated defence and industrial capabilities. 2026 will provide ...
www.e3g.org
December 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🕒 2025 has been a year of paralysis and reactiveness to internal and external pressures for the #EU. Find out what shaped the EU’s ability to act in 2025, and four tests for 2026 in our briefing: www.e3g.org/publications...
👇 Or join in the reflections and predictions below.
👇 Or join in the reflections and predictions below.
This month, Ofgem announced its Final Determinations for gas and electricity networks for 2026–31.
Headline figures suggest higher bills, but the details show electricity grid upgrades deliver a £16 net saving per household, while 65% of new spending goes to gas.
Read more 👇
Headline figures suggest higher bills, but the details show electricity grid upgrades deliver a £16 net saving per household, while 65% of new spending goes to gas.
Read more 👇
Grid upgrades will lower electricity bills for UK households and businesses
London, 4th December 2025 Story Today Ofgem announced the Final Determinations for the Electricity Transmission, Gas Distribution and Gas Transmission sectors. These determine how much money can be…
www.e3g.org
December 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM
This month, Ofgem announced its Final Determinations for gas and electricity networks for 2026–31.
Headline figures suggest higher bills, but the details show electricity grid upgrades deliver a £16 net saving per household, while 65% of new spending goes to gas.
Read more 👇
Headline figures suggest higher bills, but the details show electricity grid upgrades deliver a £16 net saving per household, while 65% of new spending goes to gas.
Read more 👇
📘To learn more about the benefits of EU electrification, read our analysis: www.e3g.org/publications...
Capturing the benefits of the EU's electrification
E3G’s briefing outlines how stronger governance of EU grid planning and investment can unlock the full benefits of electrification, boosting affordability, competitiveness, energy security and climate...
www.e3g.org
December 10, 2025 at 5:09 PM
📘To learn more about the benefits of EU electrification, read our analysis: www.e3g.org/publications...
📘 Our new analysis shows how outdated grid planning and weak governance are slowing Europe’s shift away from fossil fuels.
Read more: www.e3g.org/news/outdate...
Read more: www.e3g.org/news/outdate...
Outdated grid planning and weak governance stalling Europe's transition away from fossil fuels
A new report reveals that Europe’s electricity grid is failing to keep pace with the renewable power transformation.
www.e3g.org
December 10, 2025 at 5:09 PM
📘 Our new analysis shows how outdated grid planning and weak governance are slowing Europe’s shift away from fossil fuels.
Read more: www.e3g.org/news/outdate...
Read more: www.e3g.org/news/outdate...
🔔All eyes on the #EU Energy Ministers meeting on 15th December. We’ll be watching to see if they deliver the momentum needed to move this agenda forward.
December 10, 2025 at 5:09 PM
🔔All eyes on the #EU Energy Ministers meeting on 15th December. We’ll be watching to see if they deliver the momentum needed to move this agenda forward.
💡 The Council will now need to take the lead to ensure the delivery of affordable and secure energy for European industry and citizens. That will mean swiftly agreeing on the Commission’s Grids Package as well as supporting the delivery of the proposals in the Clean Industrial Deal package.
December 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
💡 The Council will now need to take the lead to ensure the delivery of affordable and secure energy for European industry and citizens. That will mean swiftly agreeing on the Commission’s Grids Package as well as supporting the delivery of the proposals in the Clean Industrial Deal package.
However, the proposal to re-open existing legislation, such as the Renewable Energy Directive, means the Grids Package risks undermining calls for a stable and predictable regulatory framework.
December 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
However, the proposal to re-open existing legislation, such as the Renewable Energy Directive, means the Grids Package risks undermining calls for a stable and predictable regulatory framework.
Additional welcome steps forward include:
🔹 Strengthening the role of public institutions.
🔹 Improving regional coordination.
🔹 Improvements to connection queue management.
🔹 Measures to make the best use of existing grids.
🔹 Strengthening the role of public institutions.
🔹 Improving regional coordination.
🔹 Improvements to connection queue management.
🔹 Measures to make the best use of existing grids.
December 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Additional welcome steps forward include:
🔹 Strengthening the role of public institutions.
🔹 Improving regional coordination.
🔹 Improvements to connection queue management.
🔹 Measures to make the best use of existing grids.
🔹 Strengthening the role of public institutions.
🔹 Improving regional coordination.
🔹 Improvements to connection queue management.
🔹 Measures to make the best use of existing grids.
✅There are a lot of good ingredients in the package.
A landmark proposal for a central European energy scenario would guide planning across the continent and align with climate and energy objectives.
A landmark proposal for a central European energy scenario would guide planning across the continent and align with climate and energy objectives.
December 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
✅There are a lot of good ingredients in the package.
A landmark proposal for a central European energy scenario would guide planning across the continent and align with climate and energy objectives.
A landmark proposal for a central European energy scenario would guide planning across the continent and align with climate and energy objectives.
📢The European Commission has released its long-awaited #EuropeanGridsPackage.
See our take in thread below🧵👇
See our take in thread below🧵👇
December 10, 2025 at 5:07 PM
📢The European Commission has released its long-awaited #EuropeanGridsPackage.
See our take in thread below🧵👇
See our take in thread below🧵👇
What the headlines get wrong about Ofgem’s announcement:
Ofgem’s new network plans for 2026–31 were reported as “bill rises”: but most of the cost comes from gas.
Electricity grid upgrades actually save households £16 by unlocking more cheap renewable power. 👇
www.e3g.org/news/grid-up...
Ofgem’s new network plans for 2026–31 were reported as “bill rises”: but most of the cost comes from gas.
Electricity grid upgrades actually save households £16 by unlocking more cheap renewable power. 👇
www.e3g.org/news/grid-up...
Grid upgrades will lower electricity bills for UK households and businesses
London, 4th December 2025 Story Today Ofgem announced the Final Determinations for the Electricity Transmission, Gas Distribution and Gas Transmission sectors. These determine how much money can be ...
www.e3g.org
December 5, 2025 at 12:28 PM
What the headlines get wrong about Ofgem’s announcement:
Ofgem’s new network plans for 2026–31 were reported as “bill rises”: but most of the cost comes from gas.
Electricity grid upgrades actually save households £16 by unlocking more cheap renewable power. 👇
www.e3g.org/news/grid-up...
Ofgem’s new network plans for 2026–31 were reported as “bill rises”: but most of the cost comes from gas.
Electricity grid upgrades actually save households £16 by unlocking more cheap renewable power. 👇
www.e3g.org/news/grid-up...