Belgium at the Energy Crossroads – Building a Secure, Resilient and Competitive Future

Belgium stands at a crucial juncture in its journey toward a low-carbon economy. As a small, export-driven nation, it faces the challenge of ensuring a secure, resilient, and competitive energy supply while addressing decarbonization demands and embracing emerging industrial technologies.

This publication captures the dynamic outcomes of the conference organized in October 2024 by VBO-FEB, the Federation of Enterprises in Belgium, and BCG. It offers actionable insights across five critical sectors: energy production, networks, industry, transport, and buildings. Drawing on BCG's expertise and contributions from industry leaders, the publication identifies key challenges and opportunities while delivering nine focused strategies. These recommendations aim to power Belgium’s industrial strength, elevate its global competitiveness, and ensure an impactful energy and climate transition.