The ECON Commission of the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) has appointed William Elofsson, Vice Mayor of Gävle, as the rapporteur for the opinion on the Clean Industrial Deal.
Following his appointment, William Elofsson stated: "I am honoured to contribute to shaping a Clean Industrial Deal that strengthens Europe's competitiveness while accelerating the green transition. Regions and cities are key players in driving sustainable industrial transformation."
About the Clean Industrial Deal
The Clean Industrial Deal is a key pillar of the EU’s strategy to ensure affordable energy, boost demand for clean products, secure financing for the green transition, enhance circularity, and strengthen the European workforce. The initiative aims to accelerate industrial decarbonisation while ensuring Europe remains competitive on a global scale.
Next Steps
The opinion will be developed within the ECON Commission, following this timeline:
- 23 May 2025: Adoption at the ECON meeting
- 2-3 July 2025: Final adoption at the CoR Plenary Session
This process ensures that regional and local perspectives play a key role in shaping Europe’s transition towards a clean, competitive, and resilient industrial future.
