Climate and security trade-offs: Transatlantic industrial and trade policies in the green transition

Climate and security trade-offs: Transatlantic industrial and trade policies in the green transition

This conference examined the complex relationship between climate action and geopolitics, focusing on the transatlantic industrial and trade policies in the green transition. Discussions explored the implications of the recent US presidential election and the shift towards a more integrated global economy in the context of climate change. The conference also highlighted the increasing role of climate change in discussions about economic security and trade, particularly in relation to strategic competition with China. The potential trade-offs between pursuing self-sufficiency and greater international collaboration were also discussed, as well as the need for a pragmatic and rapid development of new supply chain connections. The conference also addressed the urgent need for effective policy responses to climate change, including mitigation and adaptation measures, as well as the importance of defining security in this context. The conference concluded by emphasising the importance of continued dialogue and collaboration in navigating the complex intersection of climate action, trade, and geopolitics.