The Institute for European Environmental Policy has launched the 2026 edition of the annual European Green Policy Barometer survey. Building on previous editions of the European Green Deal Barometer, this year’s survey gathers the views of sustainability experts, policymakers, researchers, civil society representatives, businesses, and practitioners on the future of Europe’s green transition.
The Barometer serves as a “confidence indicator” for Europe’s environmental and climate agenda, helping identify emerging priorities, implementation gaps, political challenges, and opportunities for accelerating a fair and effective transition across Europe.
Take the survey
Help shape the future of Europe’s green transition
As Europe enters a decisive phase for climate, biodiversity, competitiveness, energy security, and industrial transformation, understanding expert perspectives is more important than ever. The 2026 European Green Policy Barometer explores how current EU priorities and political developments are influencing the delivery of Europe’s environmental objectives and long-term sustainability ambitions.
The survey results will contribute to IEEP’s ongoing work supporting evidence-based policymaking and informing debates on the future of European environmental governance.
About the survey
The European Green Policy Barometer is IEEP’s annual expert survey examining progress, expectations, and challenges related to Europe’s environmental and climate policy agenda. Since its launch in 2021, the Barometer has become a recognised platform for gathering expert insights on the implementation and evolution of the European Green Deal and broader sustainability policies.
Previous editions explored issues including:
- Implementation of the European Green Deal
- Climate and energy transition
- Biodiversity and nature restoration
- Industrial transformation and competitiveness
- External dimensions of EU green policies
- Public and political support for environmental action
The 2025 Barometer edition gathered the perspectives of more than 160 sustainability experts from Europe and beyond, focusing particularly on the international dimension of the Green Deal and its global implications. More info on previous editions can be found here.
Who should participate?
We welcome responses from:
- Sustainability and environmental experts
- Policymakers and public officials
- Researchers and academics
- Civil society organisations
- Business and industry representatives
- Think tanks and advocacy organisations
- Practitioners working on EU or international environmental policy
Survey details
- Estimated completion time: 10–15 minutes
- Responses will contribute to IEEP’s 2026 European Green Policy Barometer analysis and publications
- Participation is voluntary and responses will be treated confidentially
Your expertise will help inform the debate on Europe’s environmental future and contribute to shaping policy discussions for the years ahead.