Update on renewables & EU energy policy

Florian ErmacoraDG ENERGY

Three overarching objectives of EU energy policy

The renewables directive: targets and supportive regulatory framework

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blue – planned trend in EU renewable energy to reach 2020 targetsred dotted – estimated trend in EU renewable policy with current policies

Progress report conclusion: current renewables policies: OK, but…

Assessing the need for "public intervention"

1- specific problem and market failure• Assess reflecting on wider political and regulatory framework

2- interrelationships of measures & policies• Holistic, coordinated (inc. EU) not contradictory & national

3- evaluate alternatives• European framework, competitive market-solutions• Proportionate, time limited, non discriminatory, transparent…

Next… .Guidance on making renewables' support more cost effective and compatible with the internal energy market

.Concurrent discussions on state aid guidelines

.Feeds into Commission's reflections on 2030 energy policy…

Proposals for the 2030 framework for climate and

energy policies2050 Roadmaps 2030 Green Paper

2011 March 2013 By end 2013

2030 Green Paper: The 2030 framework will build on the 2050 Roadmaps - Concrete proposals by the end of 2013

On-going discussions with Member States, EU institutions and stakeholders

http://ec.europa.eu/energy/renewables/index_en.htm

Thank you for your attention

Florian ErmacoraDG ENERGY