Germany's Industrial Future at Stake: 'Future-proof Industry Policy' Event on May 20
The transition to a climate-neutral economy poses a significant challenge to Germany's industrial sectors. This comes amidst geopolitical changes and a global race for key technologies and critical raw materials, particularly affecting the country's economic hub. On May 20, 2025, an event titled 'Future-proof Industry Policy' will address these issues, focusing on balancing competitiveness, security, and climate protection.
The event, taking place from 18:30 to 20:30, will feature Dr. Lukas Hermwille and Miriam Ruß presenting the findings of a joint study by the Bertelsmann Foundation and Wuppertal Institute. They will be joined by a panel including Prof. Adam Tooze (pending final confirmation), Jürgen Kerner, Ralph Brinkhaus, and Erika Mink-Zaghloul. The panel will discuss shaping and implementing a future-proof industry policy, evaluating the current coalition agreement's responses to pressing questions.
The event is timely, as Chinese companies are increasingly leading in value chains previously dominated by German firms. Dr. Daniel Schraad-Tischler of the Bertelsmann Foundation will welcome attendees. The joint study has developed concrete impulses for a future-proof industry policy, aiming to enable prosperity and security within planetary boundaries.
The 'Future-proof Industry Policy' event on May 20, 2025, brings together key stakeholders to discuss and shape Germany's industrial future. With the challenge of transitioning to a climate-neutral economy and the global race for key technologies, the event seeks to reconcile competitiveness, security, and climate protection, ensuring prosperity and security within planetary boundaries.
