Publications

GROW Fellowship programme - This paper examines the new industrial policy of the European Commission – the Clean Industrial Deal – based on a historical context of industrial policy development in the European Union and perspectives from sustainability transitions research.

The Commission unveils its Automotive Package to drive the shift to clean mobility, combining ambition and pragmatism. It supports 2050 climate neutrality, strengthens strategic independence, offers flexibility for manufacturers, and simplifies rules in response to EU industry calls.

Reflection paper - This paper provides a reflection on the EU’s industrial policy landscape, to highlight key issues and stimulate debate.

RESourceEU Action Plan accelerating our CRM strategy to adapt to a new reality

Geographical indications for craft and industrial products launch

WP2025/47 - This paper explores how Europe may achieve this goal through an analysis of the automotive sector as it transitions from internal combustion engines to battery electric, software-defined vehicles.

WP2025/46 - This paper investigates the determinants of cross-regional venture capital (VC) flows within Europe through a structural gravity model.

The EU gains resilience from being open and integrated in global value chains, but there are also associated risks likely to affect specific products and inputs that are particularly critical for the EU’s society and economy.

WP2025/45 - This paper assesses the SME debt financing gap in the EU by exploring financial market failures. The analysis finds a substantial financing gap despite strong public support by the EU and Member States.