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European Commission - Daily News Daily News 20 / 10 / 2026 Brussels, 20 October 2026 Commission data shows continued growth in sustainable investments across the EU Over €1.2 trillion has been invested in sustainable activities in the EU since 2021, according to data published by the Commission today . Today's figures highlight continued growth in the use of the EU's sustainable finance framework . The sustainable fi...
European Commission - Daily News Daily News 20 / 10 / 2026 Brussels, 20 October 2026 Commission data shows continued growth in sustainable investments across the EU Over €1.2 trillion has been invested in sustainable activities in the EU since 2021, according to data published by the Commission today . Today's figures highlight continued growth in the use of the EU's sustainable finance framework . The sustainable finance framework links economic growth with decarbonisation by supporting the roll-out of clean technologies and infrastructure, especially in the energy sector. They strengthen the EU's strategic autonomy and energy security by channelling investments into domestic renewable energy, electrification, and other clean technologies, thus reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels. The data shows that in 2025, over €320 billion was invested in activities aligned with the EU Taxonomy , the EU classification system that helps companies and investors identify environmentally sustainable activities. The energy sector accounted for the largest share of such investments, driven mainly by electricity providers. The figures reveal that European Green Bonds are also gaining momentum. Since the European Green Bond Standard started to apply in December 2024, around €60 billion has been issued, including €21 billion in 2025 and a further €39 billion euro from 1 January to 7 October 2026, nearly double the amount issued in the first year. This points to growing use of the standard, which is a voluntary framework for bonds issued to finance sustainable activities aligned with Taxonomy. Today's figures highlight the important role the EU's sustainable finance framework plays in supporting the transition to a more sustainable, resilient, and competitive EU economy. The Commission is continuing work on simplifying the framework to make it easier to implement. (For more information: Siobhan McGarry - Tel.: +32 2 296 47 98; Saul Louis Goulding - Tel.: +32 2 296 47 35) Commission clears acquisition of Fnac Darty by EPG The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of Fnac Darty S.A. of France by EP Group, a.s. (‘EPG') of Czechia. The transaction relates primarily to the retail distribution of consumer goods, including electronics and books. The Commission concluded that the notified transaction would not raise competition concerns, given its limited impact on competition in the markets where the companies are active. The notified transaction was examined under the normal merger review procedure. More information is available on the Commission's competition website , in the public case register under the case number M.12364 . (For more information: Ricardo Cardoso – Tel.: +32 2 298 01 00; Sara Simonini – Tel.: +32 2 298 33 67) Commission clears acquisition of MerMec by Siemens The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of MerMec S.p.A. of Italy by Siemens Mobility Holding B.V. (‘Siemens') of the Netherlands. The transaction relates primarily to the supply of rolling stock, rail diagnostics, electrification and signalling. The Commission concluded that the notified transaction would not raise competition concerns, given its limited impact on competition in the markets where the companies are active. The notified transaction was examined under the normal merger review procedure. More information is available on the Commission's competition website , in the public case register under the case number M.12478 . (For more information: Ricardo Cardoso – Tel.: +32 2 298 01 00; Sara Simonini – Tel.: +32 2 298 33 67) ANNOUNCEMENTS Commissioner Kos in Montenegro to attend the Berlin Process Summit and discuss the country's accession process Tomorrow and on Thursday, Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos will be in Montenegro to participate at the Berlin Process Summit and to discuss Montenegro's progress on its accession path. On Wednesday morning, Commissioner Kos will meet President Jacov Milatovic to discuss the latest progress on Montenegro's accession path. She will then meet with Speaker of the Montenegrin Parliament Andrija Mandić to discuss Montenegro's European agenda and the importance of political dialogue in advancing reforms. Commissioner Kos will then meet with members of the opposition parties to discuss Montenegro's EU accession path and underline the importance of sustained political commitment and cross-party unity in advancing the country's European agenda. In the afternoon, the Commissioner will meet Prime Minister Milojko Spajić to take stock of progress on reforms related to Montenegro's EU accession. On Thursday, the Commissioner will attend the Berlin Process Summit, where she will take part in discussions on regional cooperation, connectivity and the Western Balkans' European integration. She will also meet European Investment Bank Vice-President Robert de Groot to discuss investment and support for regional development and European integration. Commissioner Kos will also meet Kosovo's Prime Minister Albin Kurti to discuss the latest developments in the country. (For more information: Guillaume Mercier – Tel.: +32 2 298 05 64; Yuliya Matsyk – Tel.: +32 2 296 27 16) Tentative agendas for forthcoming Commission meetings Note that these items can be subject to changes. 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