Bangladesh, Nov. 13 -- As Teresa Ribera takes on her new role as executive vice president for a “clean, just, and competitive transition” in the European Union, she faces a dual challenge. Appointed by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Ribera will oversee two crucial portfolios: competition and climate action. These policy domains are distinct yet increasingly interconnected, as monopolistic practices in Big Tech begin to overlap with sustainability issues, intensifying the stakes of her work. Riberas leadership will play a pivotal role in addressing how competition policy and climate action converge in Europes quest for a fairer and greener future.

At the forefront of Riberas competition policy portfolio ar...