EU push for 'Made in Europe' green tech splits member states
20 jan. 2026
10:35
New EU rules could force public buyers to pick locally-made batteries, solar, and wind tech from Europe. But everyone is not on board.
Europe is mulling new rules to localise green tech manufacturing, in a move that brings risks and opportunities for startups.
A draft European Commission proposal seen by Reuters would set minimum requirements for public procurement to buy EU-assembled batteries, solar and wind components, and electric vehicles.