The new European Commission College: A chance to make a fair Deal for people and the planet
With the approval of the new College of Commissioners by the European Parliament, RREUSE reflects on the opportunities to shape a just, green, and inclusive transition over the next five years.
In our statement, we welcome several positive steps, such as the appointment of a dedicated Circular Economy Commissioner and EC Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu’s new title, highlighting the importance of quality jobs and social rights.
While the College priorities signal some encouraging reforms, a stronger commitment to a convergence of social and circular policies is critical to tackle unemployment and green skill shortages and to strengthen a just
transition.
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Social enterprises, as key actors in the green transition, must be at the heart of future policies. We therefore call for a new EC mandate promoting inclusive green jobs, supporting social economy enterprises and enabling socially and environmentally responsible public procurement to maximise Europe’s resource efficiency and sustainability goals.