Energy and climate policy

Adequately responding to climate change requires a profound transformation in the way we produce and consume energy, as well as a wider reorganisation of our economic model. The situation is further complicated by the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which triggered a major energy crisis in Europe and beyond. Bruegel fellows analyse European climate policy developments and the evolution of global climate governance, as well as data on energy flows.

Under the 2025-2026 research programme, Bruegel fellows focus on how tax policy can improve efficiency, competitiveness and climate, the design of the next Multiannual Financial Framework, green industrialisation for European competitiveness and security, and the development of functioning international carbon markets.