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EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra | EU 'should be more radical' to achieve energy independence

20 min · 8. maj 2026
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His role has become increasingly challenging as Brussels looks to balance competitiveness and climate.   European Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra joins The Europe Conversation to discuss the EU's uphill battle to ensure energy independence, the challenges of weaning Europe off oil, and what goes on behind closed doors at multilateral climate discussions. A series of long-form interviews with top-tier movers and shakers from Brussels and EU capitals on the challenges facing Europe—and the solutions shaping its future. Tune in and hear the story behind the story. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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