Inquiry on the Appropriateness of Commission's New Members to Advance Electromechanical Transportation
New European Commission Takes Shape, Focusing on Sustainable Transportation and Climate Change
Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected as the President of the European Commission, and her new college of commissioners has been announced. The 26-member team, representing all 27 EU member countries, will serve for the 2024-2029 mandate.
One of the key figures in the new commission is Jozef Síkela, the Czech Minister of Industry and Trade, who has been appointed as the Commissioner for International Partnerships. Síkela has become a central figure in the push for sustainable transportation, with a strong focus on the promotion of electromobility. He will lead the work on the Global Gateway, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships that invest in a shared future.
In a similar vein, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, the Governor of Central Macedonia, has been appointed to lead the Transport and Tourism portfolio. Tzitzikostas will be responsible for managing transport policies and integrating electric mobility solutions into public and private transport systems. He stressed the importance of transforming the automotive sector towards low-emission alternatives, including the development of charging and refueling stations.
Teresa Ribera, a key figure in the fight against climate change, has been appointed as the Executive Vice-President of the European Commission for Clean Transition. Ribera is a fundamental advocate for electromobility in Europe and has driven regulations such as the Climate Change and Energy Transition Law and implemented decarbonization initiatives like the National Energy and Climate Plan.
Maroš Šefčovič, a seasoned Slovak diplomat, has been appointed to a dual role as Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, and for Interinstitutional Relations and Transparency. Šefčovič played a vital part in securing a one-off extension until 2026 for the current rules regarding EU-UK rules of origin for electric vehicles and batteries. His roles include balancing trade security with sustainability, supporting the development of clean energy technologies, and aligning the battery industry with the European Green Deal's goals.
Moreover, Maroš Šefčovič announced 3 billion euros in financial support to boost Europe's sustainable battery production. This move is expected to further accelerate the transition towards electromobility and support the European Union's climate goals.
The new commission also includes commissioners responsible for other important areas. Dan Jørgensen will lead Energy and Housing, Ekaterina Zaharieva focuses on Research and Innovation, Michael McGrath manages Democracy and Rule of Law, and Christophe Hansen will be in charge of Agriculture and Food, while Glenn Micallef will oversee Intergenerational Fairness, Culture, and Youth.
The commissioners responsible for other key areas include Wopke Hoekstra (Climate and Clean Growth), Andrius Kubilius (Defence and Space), Marta Kos (Enlargement), Costas Kadis (Fisheries and Oceans), Maria Luís Albuquerque (Financial Services), and Hadja Lahbib (Crisis Management).
In addition to the commissioners, Valdis Dombrovskis handles Economy, Productivity, and Simplification, while Dubravka Šuica is responsible for Mediterranean affairs and Olivér Várhelyi leads Health and Animal Welfare. Magnus Brunner will manage Internal Affairs and Migration, Jessika Roswall will handle Environment and Circular Economy, and Piotr Serafin will oversee Budget and Public Administration.
The new European Commission, with its focus on sustainable transportation, climate change, and electromobility, is poised to make significant strides in addressing these critical news over the next five years.
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