Susanne Nies appointed to EU advisory group on Green Deal
Dr. Susanne Nies heads the project Green Deal Ukraina. The energy expert is now called to consult the European Commission on behalf of the regulatory burdens in relation with the Net Zero Industrial Act. © privat
Dr. Susanne Nies heads the Green Deal Ukraina project at HZB, which aims to support the development of a sustainable energy system in Ukraine. The energy expert has now also been appointed to the European Commission's scientific advisory group to comment on regulatory burdens in connection with the net-zero target (DG GROW).
With its Industrial Plan for the Green Deal, the European Union aims to promote the development of a competitive cleantech industry that secures prosperity and jobs. The Net Zero Industry Act provides a framework for this. The Act is intended to stimulate investment and create better conditions for the cleantech market in Europe. A group of experts will accompany this process and report on how the legal requirements affect economic activities in order to enable timely adjustments.
Energy expert Dr. Susanne Nies has now been appointed to this important advisory body. The seven experts come from different disciplines and have been appointed for an initial term of four years.
Susanne Nies heads the Green Deal Ukraina project at HZB, which supports the development of a sustainable energy system in Ukraine. A political scientist by training, she brings with her many years of experience from her work as a manager and consultant for the energy market, particularly in Eastern Europe. ‘I am delighted to be able to contribute to optimising the legal framework in a knowledge-based manner during this exciting time,’ says Susanne Nies. The appointment is recognition of Susanne Nies' long-standing commitment to evidence-based policy and cooperation between industry and science.
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