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🗞️ Driving the news: Spanish Ecological Transition Minister Teresa Ribera has been appointed as the European Commission's first executive vice president, responsible for overseeing climate and competition policy
• Ursula von der Leyen announced that Ribera will lead Europe's clean, just, and competitive transition, ensuring alignment with the EU's Green Deal goals
• Ribera's confirmation hearing in the European Parliament is the next step
🔭 The context: Ribera has a strong environmental background, having twice served as Spain's environment minister and deputy prime minister
• She played a key role in closing Spain's coal industry, phasing out nuclear power, and navigating the gas crisis by securing a unique electricity market exemption for Spain and Portugal
🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Ribera's leadership in climate and competition policy will be crucial in driving the EU's Green Deal forward, addressing both environmental sustainability and economic fairness as Europe transitions to a low-carbon economy
⏭️ What's next: Ribera will undergo a confirmation hearing in the European Parliament, where her past accomplishments and plans for Europe's climate future will be scrutinized
💬 One quote: “She will guide the work to ensure Europe stays on track to stay on track for its goals set out in the Green Deal,” said Ursula von der Leyen
📈 One stat: Ribera negotiated the phase-out of nuclear power in Spain by 2035 during her time as minister
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