How can investors best finance the transition? As Europe accelerates its transition to a low-carbon economy, electricity grids are crucial. Originally built for a fossil-fuel-based energy system, Europe’s power networks now require transformation so they can deliver clean energy reliably and efficiently, which demands significant investment. Without it, Europe risks bottlenecks, higher prices and missed climate targets.

Summer has officially begun, and while one might expect a slowdown in regulatory activity, the European institutions remain as active as ever. In this quarterly update, we begin with the latest developments surrounding the Omnibus Simplification Package, explore the implications for investors, particularly in relation to sustainability reporting and conclude with a look at other notable regulatory updates.

The recent IPE Transition Conference and Awards 2025 illustrated how pension funds can support the transition, highlighted via mandates, active ownership requirements and public positioning, some even pushing back against the lack of ambition of the Omnibus regulation, while the Awards recognised owners driving transition. Are owners’ expectations increasing and will this help address transition challenges?