A coalition of European industry associations has called on the European Commission to adopt a technology neutral framework for its 2040 climate objectives, warning that excluding any clean energy source risks undermining both industrial competitiveness and the affordability of Europe's energy transition.

An open letter on 19 May 2026 was signed by 14 organisations* representing several energy-intensive industries, including the chemicals, steel, aluminium, cement, copper, fertiliser and mining sectors, as well as nucleareurope, the Brussels-based European nuclear industry association.

The letter said Europe cannot afford to favour certain technologies over others when facing simultaneous decarbonisation and competitiveness pressures.