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EPICO reacts: How Germany can save its steel industry: Protecting Europe, Promoting European

In this post, our specialist Joen Martinsen unpacks the key takeaways from the German Steel Summit - from trade safeguards to affordable energy and green steel - and what they mean for Europe’s industrial future.

Summer recommendations: EPICO’s 2025 Summer list recommendations: books, tv shows, movies and podcasts we love!

Summer’s here! Looking for the perfect read or watch?
Check out EPICO’s top picks, from novels to documentaries, to inspire and entertain your summer.

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EPICO reacts: EPICO’s Insights on the Clean Industrial Deal: Driving Industrial Decarbonisation and Competitiveness

EPICO's insights reveal the strengths and gaps of the Clean Industrial Deal—does it go far enough to secure Europe's industrial future?

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Opinion: What will agriculture look like under the new EU commission?

In this post, our policy specialist Ingrid Bunker breaks down the key takeaways from an intense week of Commissioner Hearings, highlighting the promises and challenges for European food and farming under the new Commission.

Opinion: What’s on the Table at COP29? Five Initiatives to Watch at This Year’s Climate Conference

COP29 has kicked off in Baku, focusing on climate finance, clean energy, and global cooperation. In this Blog Post, our working student Ayana Trüper explores COP29’s key goals and expected outcomes.

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Opinion: A deep dive into Draghi’s recommendations

After an initial flurry of reactions to some of Draghi’s most contentious proposals, the work has now begun to analyse Draghi’s recommendations for different policy areas. In this Blog Post, we compare his recommendations to ours and explore the way forward.