Creating a competitive metals industry in Europe

Episode 26 November 25, 2025 00:26:37
Creating a competitive metals industry in Europe
Energy Transitions
Creating a competitive metals industry in Europe

Nov 25 2025 | 00:26:37

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Pamela Largue

Show Notes

Europe’s metals sector, more specifically the non-ferrous metals sector, is under immense pressure to decarbonise while remaining globally competitive.

One of the key challenges, according to Adina Georgescu, Energy & Climate Change Director Eurometaux, is high electricity prices, which is pushing the sector beyond what it’s capable of. According to Georgescu: “We just need to be pragmatic in Europe and accept that you need to take some good strong decisions when it comes to achieving globally competitive prices.”

She is also calling on policymakers to support the creation of a sustainable metals value chain towards achieving greater strategic autonomy.

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