Industrial electricity: Energy-intensive sectors call for a EUR 50 price cap

Ahead of next week’s meeting of European Union heads of state and government, energy-intensive industries are stepping up pressure for a more industry-friendly electricity price. To that end, they are calling for far-reaching changes to the state aid framework and the EU emissions trading system.

05. February 2026
Aufsicht Blick von oben auf zwölf Konservendosen in Lebensmittelgeschäft Lebensmittelhandel Lebensmittelhändler Supermarkt, Deutschland, Europa
The industry argues that food can manufacturers should also qualify for the industrial electricity price. (picture alliance / imageBROKER | Frank Schneider)

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Last updated: 05. February 2026