Presentation of the Elcano Policy Paper: ‘Water in Spain: citizens’ opinions, attitudes and priorities’
Presentation of the Elcano Policy Paper ‘Water in Spain: citizens' opinions, attitudes and priorities’, which will take place on 1 July 2025.
Climate and energy
Workshop ‘Geopolitical pathways for the energy transition: Industrial and trade policies in China, the EU and the US’
How do China, the EU and the US approach the energy transition from a geopolitical, industrial and commercial perspective?
The end of the war in Ukraine and the future of the EU-Russia energy relation
What are the prospects of Russian energy returning to the EU after a potential cessation of hostilities in Ukraine?
European water resilience in changing times
In the EU and globally, water is becoming a challenge but also a key lever for strengthening economic resilience in changing times.
The volatility of energy prices and its effect on industry
The volatility of energy is transforming European industry, shaped by geopolitical tensions, climate change, and the green transition.
Another round of Algerian gas for Europe
The EU must work with Algeria to strengthen the drivers underpinning its gas exports to Europe and to help the country overcome its barriers.
From phasing-out to phasing-in: lessons from Spain’s just transition governance framework
Spanish just transition framework could potentially be modified and applied to other countries in the EU and elsewhere.
Demand-side climate action: engaging citizens to enhance policy acceptance
This paper explores the pivotal role of citizen engagement in advancing climate action and increasing the acceptance of green policies.
Exploring where and how to strengthen EU-LAC cooperation on climate action and the just energy transition: a focus on Colombia and Chile
EU partnerships with Colombia and Chile aim to strengthen cooperation, promote a just energy transition, and address climate challenges.
The Mercosur-EU agreement as a model for open decarbonisation
Mercosur-EU agreement transforms global trade by prioritising clean energy, sustainable industrial chains and joint climate goals.
Analysing the impact of climate change on wind and wave renewable energy resources: global and regional scenarios
Global and regional impacts of climate change on renewable energy show long-term stability in most regions for reliable power generation.
Cautiously pessimistic about COP29?
COP29 will focus primarily on setting a new climate finance target, the NCQG, amid heightened political and climate challenges.