Simplify Regulations and provide incentives for Fiber Installation to Increase Average Broadband Speed to at least 250MB.

Research shows that increasing broadband speeds leads to more per capita patents in cities, boosting innovation and GDP. Currently, Europe (~141 Mbps) lags behind the USA (203 Mbps) and China (191 Mbps). To close this gap, Europe must prioritize fiber infrastructure deployment.

Regulatory Simplification

• Fast-Track Permitting: Simplify and accelerate the permitting process for fiber installation, especially for digging and accessing public and private land.

• Centralized Approvals: Create a centralized platform for obtaining all necessary permits and approvals to streamline processes.

• Harmonized Rules: Implement uniform regulations across the EU to reduce administrative complexity and delays.

Incentives and Support

• Investment Tax Credits: Offer tax credits to companies investing in fiber infrastructure to encourage rapid deployment.

• Landlord and Homeowner Incentives: Provide tax credits to landlords and homeowners who connect their buildings and homes to fiber networks.

• Luddite Tax: Make landlords who do not connect their buildings to an existing fiber network pay a €100 per month fee for being a luddite.

Why This Matters for Europe

• Innovation Growth: Faster broadband leads to more innovation and economic growth.

• Tech Startup Ecosystem: High-speed internet is essential for fostering new tech startups.

• Future-Oriented Mindset: If Europe leads the world in broadband speeds, citizens will feel as though they are living in the future. This can shift perceptions, making people more tech-oriented and ready to embrace new technologies.

Investing in faster broadband isn’t just about connectivity — it’s about creating a thriving, innovative, and forward-thinking society.