Press releases

Today, the European Commission buckled in the face of strong industry lobbying to water down 2025 CO2 targets, which will mean that electric cars will be less available and affordable for consumers in the coming years. This is the main conclusion of the result of the Commission’s recent Automotive Strategic Dialogue, of which BEUC is a member.

The European Commission announced wide-reaching plans today to help make consumers’ energy bills more affordable. The plans are part of the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal and were announced together with a significant scaling back of green finance rules as part of efforts to boost Europe’s competitiveness.

The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) regrets the announcements made by the US Administration on February 21 to investigate and threaten trade retaliation for European legislation that safeguards European consumers and ensures the openness and contestability of its digital markets.

The European Commission published its roadmap for the agriculture and food sector until 2040 today, laying the ground for future initiatives in the next five years. The Vision follows the Strategic Dialogue, gathering key players across the food supply chain, which had delivered promising results for consumers, including a shared commitment to boost access to healthy and sustainable food. Regrettably, the Vision disappoints on the demand side.