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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 5d

Simplification is legitimate. Scrapping due diligence entirely is not.

85% of Europeans say climate change is a serious problem. Citizens still care - and they won’t thank politicians for short-sighted, rash decisions that put their safety and Europe’s credibility at risk. 7/7

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 5d

In other words, Europe’s business community is not united behind deregulation. The loudest CEOs are arguing for a rollback that most companies don’t want - and that would erode trust in European business at a time when accountability is a competitive asset. (6/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 5d

A majority also believe that high environmental and social standards are key to Europe’s long-term edge.

The green transition is global and moving fast - look at the scale of transformation in China. Europe can’t afford to sit it out. (5/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 5d

Nearly two-thirds (63%) of European business leaders say it’s fair to require large companies to have a climate transition plan. Almost six in ten (59%) mid-to-large firms agree that strong EU due diligence rules boost competitiveness by favouring suppliers within the EEA. (4/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 5d

And it’s wrong to suggest that these CEOs speak for “business” as a whole. They don’t. A recent YouGov survey of over 2,500 business leaders in five major European economies (including France and Germany) tells a very different story. (3/7) www.e3g.org/publications...

What European business leaders think about the EU's corporate sustainability and due diligence rules

E3G commissioned a YouGov survey of 2,500 business leaders across Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and Poland in August 2025. The results reveal strong support for robust corporate sustainability and du...

www.e3g.org

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 5d

Due diligence isn’t red tape. It’s what ensures that products sold in Europe aren’t linked to slavery, child and/or or forced labour in supply chains - still rife, sadly, in some sectors.

If you run a company that sells to European consumers, you should want to know that. (2/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 5d

Worrying to see some of Europe’s biggest CEOs calling for the full abolishment of corporate due diligence rules.

Six months ago, the same voices were calling for “simplification.” Now they want to scrap the framework entirely. What changed? (1/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 20d

At Global Citizen NOW in New York: making the case that solidarity levies on premium flyers are fair, feasible, and transformative.

A coalition of the willing could raise up to $90bn a year for climate resilience and just transitions.
@glblctzn.bsky.social

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 21d

A wonderful, energising moment with an inspiring group.

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala @noiweala.bsky.social · 23d

On the sidelines of #UNGA, at the Africa-Europe Foundation Women Leaders Network co-chaired by H.E Mary Robinson, Former President of Ireland and H.E Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Former President of Liberia.

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 22d

Almost every government in the world recognises climate change as a defining challenge and clean energy as the backbone of prosperity.

Denying this reality doesn’t stop it – which is why countries are accelerating climate action and cooperation even in tough times.

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 22d

Great discussion at @harvard.edu with Arunabha Ghosh, Adnan Amin and Joseph Aldy. I underlined that the Paris Agreement remains the backbone of climate cooperation. In this volatile moment, Europe must defend it - with strong 2035 and 2040 targets and coalition-building.

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 26d

The France–China declaration proved that climate leadership is still possible. As we mark ten years since the Paris Agreement, France – host of COP21 – must once again step up. The fight is not over, and its leadership is still needed. (3/3)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 26d

Amid geopolitical turbulence, Europe must project stability and confidence. A strong climate law with a clear, ambitious target can give investors certainty, shape long-term plans, and drive innovation and competitiveness. Without it, uncertainty slows the transition. (2/3)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · 26d

Ahead of UNGA and COP30, the EU faces a decisive moment. Its pledge to set a 2035 NDC and 2040 target is a step forward – but the path ahead is still a long one. (1/3)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 31

EU and China are both key to the global green-tech race. Instead of defensive policies, Europe should partner with China on standards, investment, and innovation—balancing economic interests for a faster, fairer climate transition.

A must-read!
www.project-syndicate.org/commentary/e...

Can Europe and China Forge a Climate Connection?

Emmanuel Guerin & Bernice Lee tout a shared competitiveness agenda as a way for both sides to reap the full benefits of green growth.

www.project-syndicate.org

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 28

That means aligning Europe’s foreign, trade, investment, and innovation policies with its climate agenda – and rebuilding multilateral cooperation with the vast majority of countries that still believe shared challenges require shared solutions. (7/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 28

Fundamentally, this shows Europe needs new friends. In a fractured world, climate cooperation offers one of the most credible foundations on which to build lasting partnerships – not fossil fuel geopolitics of the 20th century. (6/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 28

If anything, the rollback of US clean energy support creates an opening for Europe. Viable projects left stranded by IRA cuts could find a future here, with targeted support and relocation incentives Europe already has the tools to offer. (5/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 28

On energy: studies show Europe is well on its way to independence, thanks to the rapid growth of renewables. It doesn’t need more high-price, high-risk LNG – especially from a hurricane-prone region where climate science and forecasting capacity has been gutted. (4/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 28

A serious competitiveness strategy defends the policies that drive clean innovation, investment certainty, and long-term resilience. Weakening those foundations only leaves Europe more exposed. (3/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 28

Yes, Europe faces tough choices and real trade-offs. But there’s a glaring contradiction: accepting a 15% tariff while rolling back key parts of the EU Green Deal – designed to build a resilient, future-proof economy – is not a serious strategy for long-term competitiveness. (2/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 28

Europe may have avoided a trade war – but at what cost?

The US keeps the tariffs on key European exports, while Europe commits to deeper trade and investment ties with a country whose economic policy is increasingly made between rounds of golf. (1/7)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 3

J’espère que chaque responsable politique prendra le temps de le lire – et d’en tirer les conclusions qui s’imposent. (2/2)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 3

Alors qu’on sort d’une canicule éprouvante, le HCC confirme : sans virage politique, la France manquera ses objectifs climatiques 2030. L’État doit reprendre la main, orienter l’investissement, protéger les plus vulnérables. À +3°C, personne ne sera épargné. (1/2)

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Laurence Tubiana @laurencetubiana.bsky.social · Jul 2

This is about more than emissions.

It’s about who we are – and who we want to be.

Let’s make 2040 the foundation of a new European story. 9/9

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