Can the EU combine ambitious climate goals with high competitiveness, jobs and security, without compromising the environment and health? In a world characterized by geopolitical conflicts and high international competition, the green transition is under pressure.

Come and hear a debate about whether Denmark and the EU can pursue ambitious climate policy at a time when climate and environment risk being downgraded in favor of competitiveness.

Time and place: Thursday 27/8 at 1:00-1:45 p.m. White stage.

Panelists:

• Alfred Arnborg, Think Tank Europe
• Iben Sohn, Confederation of Danish Industry
• Nadia Gullestrup, GAIA
• Niels Fuglsang, MEP (S)
• Sigrid Friis, MEP (B)

Moderator, Lone Mikkelsen, senior advisor, Green Transition Denmark.

The debate is organized by the Green Transition Denmark and AOF.

Read more about the program at the climate people's meeting here: Climate People's Summit 2026

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