European Commission Executive Vice-President for a Clean, Just and Competitive Transition, Teresa Ribera, has stated that EU governments may be allowed to grant state aid to energy intensive companies hit by sharp increases in electricity prices following the Iran war. She also mentioned that the European Commission is prepared to assist with support measures to counter the impact of the war. Riberea made these remarks at a conference organised by the German antitrust authority Bundeskartellamt. Critics argue that the fees are too high and an interim measure against Meta is needed.