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EU-US Trade Deal: $1.35 Trillion Investment Sparks Climate Concerns

9/25/2025

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European Union–United States trade deal commits $1.35 trillion through 2028, including $750 billion for energy and $600 billion in investments.
Critics warn it could create costly dependence on US energy, risking climate goals.
To meet the energy target, Europe would need significantly higher US gas imports.
Europe’s liquified natural gas (LNG) infrastructure is overbuilt, complicating cost justification amid uncertain demand.

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European Union–United States trade deal commits $1.35 trillion through 2028, including $750 billion for energy and $600 billion in investments.
Critics warn it could create costly dependence on US energy, risking climate goals.
To meet the energy target, Europe would need significantly higher US gas imports.
Europe’s liquified natural gas (LNG) infrastructure is overbuilt, complicating cost justification amid uncertain demand.