Exclusive insights from CEOs, policymakers, country ministers and global energy leaders
Europe’s energy transition is at a pivotal moment. Investment needs are rising, energy security is under pressure and the gap between ambition and delivery is widening. To help industry leaders understand what must happen next, Wood and BloombergNEF partnered to produce Impactful and Competitive Pathways to Decarbonising Europe, a unique insight report informed by a closed-door leadership roundtable at Gastech 2025.
Featuring cross-sector perspectives from CEOs, policymakers, economists and global energy experts, this report reveals the practical actions, policy shifts and technology pathways needed to reach Europe’s 2030 and 2050 climate goals while staying competitive and secure.
The report marks four critical priorities:
Accelerated investment is key
€260bn per year is required to keep Europe on track for net zero - a scale of investment that demands stable policies, aligned incentives, and accelerated project delivery.
Policy certainty will unlock capital investment
Clear, predictable regulatory frameworks and public–private partnerships are essential to de-risk early-phase projects and attract capital.
Gas remains a strategic bridge fuel
Roundtable leaders agreed: gas is critical for security of supply, affordability, and enabling coal phase-out, especially when paired with methane reduction and the transition to low-carbon gases.
A diverse technology mix is non-negotiable
Europe will not reach net zero through renewables alone. Leaders highlighted CCS, hydrogen, energy storage, and digital grid modernisation essential for decarbonisation.
Hear from some of the industry’s most influential stakeholders:
This report captures exclusive insights from over 25 senior leaders, including:
- CEOs of major energy companies
- Policymakers from leading European ministries
- Economists from the IEA and World Bank
- Executives from the gas, power, hydrogen, CCS, and renewable sectors
- Leaders shaping Europe’s energy security and infrastructure strategy
“It was an honour to lead this strategic roundtable at Gastech, bringing together Europe’s foremost policymakers, industry leaders and innovators for a dynamic and solutions-focused dialogue. We tackled the urgent challenge of decarbonising Europe with clarity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to competitive, actionable pathways. I’m proud to contribute to a conversation that’s not just about ambition - but about accelerating meaningful delivery.”
Nick Shorten, Executive President Consulting & Projects
