Global Chip Dynamics
About this programme
Our Global Chip Dynamics Programme assesses the resilience of the semiconductor industry and Europe's strategic positioning based on the following two questions:
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How can Europe ensure the supply security of the semiconductor supply chain in a time when external shocks and geopolitical dynamics regularly affect and destabilize this important sector?
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How can Europe enhance its competitiveness in an era defined by several challenges, such as US-China technological tensions, China’s push for self-reliance and ambitious sustainability goals?
By analysing the interplay between geopolitical dynamics at play in the semiconductor value chain, we aim to identify the implications of global rivalries for Europe’s leadership in different semiconductor technologies. Similarly, we are convinced that the competitiveness of the semiconductor industry will increasingly depend on its sustainability in the years to come. Through our work, we want to address these two challenges equally with the goal of aligning urgently required policy decisions with strategic insights and Europe’s values.
Our aim is to support Europe's continued relevance and indispensability in this foundational industry amidst ongoing global shifts. To that end, the research programme offers insights into the technology and industry, quantitative analysis and recommendations for policymakers, so that they become better equipped to navigate this complex industry.
Experts for this reserach programme
Julia Christina Hess
Senior Policy Researcher Global Chip Dynamics
Publications from this research programme
perspective
The Missing Strategy in Europe's Chip Ambitions
Member States Must Drive the Next Steps
Jan-Peter Kleinhans
July 30, 2024
study
Chip Production’s Ecological Footprint: Mapping Climate and Environmental Impact
Julia Christina Hess
June 20, 2024
policy-brief
Chip Diplomacy - Analysis of technology partnerships
Jan-Peter Kleinhans, Julia Christina Hess
October 26, 2023
Other output on this programme
article
Viel Zuckerbrot, wenig Peitsche
Europa treibt den Ausbau der Halbleiterindustrie derzeit massiv voran. Subventionen sollten jedoch an nachhaltige Fertigung geknüpft werden.
Julia Christina Hess
September 3, 2024
in-the-media
Die schmutzige Seite der Chipherstellung
Julia Christina Hess
July 4, 2024
in-the-media
Digitale Polizeiarbeit Neue Verfassungsbeschwerde gegen Software der Polizei
Julia Christina Hess
June 29, 2024