Impact & Figures
2024 was a pivotal year for European regulation and policymaking. As a new European institutional cycle began, competitiveness, industrial policy and strategic autonomy moved to the centre of the EU agenda. At the same time, rapid technological change, the acceleration of the energy transition and rising geopolitical tensions continued to challenge policymakers and regulators across sectors.
In this context, CERRE strengthened its role as an independent and influential policy actor. Through its research, policy recommendations and high-level dialogues, the think tank contributed to key debates shaping Europe’s regulatory future, while remaining committed to its mission of promoting robust regulation that protects consumers and users while supporting innovation and investment.
A major milestone in 2024 was the publication and launch at the European Parliament of CERRE’s White Paper, “Ambitions for Europe 2024–2029: Harnessing Regulation to Boost the Twin Transition”. The White Paper set out recommendations across the energy, digital and mobility sectors. It highlighted the importance of strengthening the Single Market, developing resilient infrastructure and supporting both the digital and net-zero transitions through forward-looking and effective regulation.
CERRE also significantly expanded its work on energy, mobility and sustainability. Through initiatives such as the Path to the Net Zero Summit, opened by Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo, and discussions on energy solidarity and the future of Europe’s energy networks, CERRE brought together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, academics and civil society to examine Europe’s pathway to climate neutrality and long-term energy resilience. Research throughout the year focused on issues including renewable energy permitting, flexibility in the energy transition, renewable gases, resilient infrastructure and governance frameworks needed to support Europe’s competitiveness and security of supply. CERRE also explored the role of flexible LNG and transatlantic cooperation in supporting Europe’s energy security and decarbonisation objectives.
At the same time, 2024 marked the transition from the adoption of major digital regulatory frameworks to the beginning of their implementation. CERRE contributed actively to discussions on the Digital Markets Act, the Digital Services Act and the Artificial Intelligence Act, while also examining Europe’s digital competitiveness, foundational technologies and the future of telecommunications. More broadly, CERRE continued to address cross-sector challenges related to sustainable mobility, resilient infrastructure and the growing interaction between the digital and energy transitions. 24 events and 19 publications throughout the year reinforced CERRE’s role as a trusted platform for balanced dialogue on innovation, competition, investment and Europe’s long-term resilience.
I would like to warmly thank all those who make up the CERRE community: our members for their trust and support, and our academic and secretariat teams for their commitment and dedication. As Europe enters a new institutional cycle shaped by profound economic, technological and geopolitical transitions, CERRE will continue to provide independent, evidence-based recommendations and foster constructive dialogue in support of Europe’s competitiveness, sustainability and long-term resilience.
Academics from top ranking universities across Europe
and King’s College, London
and Reykjavik University
and University of Oslo
and Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society – Tilburg University
and Loughborough Business School
and Polytechnic University of Milan
and Tilburg University
and Télécom Paris
and University of East Anglia
and University of St.Gallen
and University of Osnabrück
and Polytechnic University of Turin
and Oxford Institute for Energy Studies
and University of Namur
and Stockholm Environment Institute
Director, Centre for Competition Policy, University of East Anglia
and University of East Anglia
and Nottingham University Business School
and University of Passau
and University of Montréal
and Reykjavik University Business School
and University Paris Panthéon-Assas (Dept. of Economics & CRED)
Télécom Paris – Institut Polytechnique de Paris
and Research Centre in Information, Law and Society (CRIDS), University of Namur
and University of Siena
Université catholique de Lille
and Télécom Paris
and Tilburg Law School
and Faculty of Law, University of Groningen
and Cardiff University
and University of Regensburg
and KU Leuven and EUC Cyprus
and University of Oslo
and Université catholique de Louvain
A dedicated team based in Brussels managing the think tank operations and in particular the smooth deployment of our research projects and our many communications activities.
2024 at a glance
External speaking engagements with EU and national officials and at industry, media, and stakeholder conferences
Finance
Total turnover
Core funding
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Project funding
Please find a more detailed overview of the CERRE official accounts on our Transparency and Independence page under “Funding”.
