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International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol during an interview with Euronews at the IEA's HQ in Paris on 27 May 2026.

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Video. ‘Electrification is key to save Europe’s industry,’ IEA tells Euronews

Updated: 28/05/2026 - 17:32 GMT+2

The International Energy Agency's chief Fatih Birol told Euronews that the EU should embrace the 'age of electricity' to boost industrial competitiveness.

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