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Net-zero industry act

Briefing 06-03-2024

The deployment of clean energy technologies required to support the achievement of Europe's 2030 and 2050 climate targets is considerable. Europe already largely imports these technologies, and like many third countries is increasing efforts to expand clean energy manufacturing capacity to reduce strategic dependencies for key products. On 16 March 2023, the Commission put forward a proposal for a 'net-zero industry act' that aims to expand the manufacturing capacity of net-zero technologies in the ...

On 15 December 2021, the European Commission adopted a major revision (recast) of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), as part of the 'fit for 55' package. This package is a core part of the European Green Deal, which aims to set the EU firmly on the path towards net zero GHG emissions (climate neutrality) by 2050.The recast EPBD seeks to accelerate building renovation rates, reduce GHG emissions and energy consumption, and promote the uptake of renewable energy in buildings. The ...

What if the EU were energy independent?

Sracfhéachaint 06-12-2023

The European Union (EU) can aspire to achieve energy independence through the deployment of existing and emerging technologies. Electrification, renewables and energy storage could reduce the EU's reliance on conventional fossil fuels. What are the developments, expectations, concerns and societal implications associated with these technologies? And what initiatives and policies could lead to a resilient EU energy system, through anticipating impacts?

On 14 July 2021 the European Commission adopted the 'fit for 55' package, which adapts existing climate and energy legislation to meet the new EU objective of a minimum 55 % reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030. The 'fit for 55' package is part of the European Green Deal, which aims to put the EU firmly on the path towards climate neutrality by 2050. A key element in the 'fit for 55' package is the revision of the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II), to help the EU deliver the new ...

On 14 July 2021, the European Commission adopted the 'fit for 55' package with a view to adapting existing EU climate and energy legislation to meet the EU objective of a minimum 55 % reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, as required under the European Climate Law. The 'fit for 55' package includes a recast of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED), aligning its provisions to the -55 % GHG target. The recast EED as proposed by the Commission required Member States to almost double their ...

Revised Energy Efficiency Directive

Sracfhéachaint 10-10-2023

The revised Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) sets a more ambitious binding annual target for reducing energy use at EU level. Energy-saving measures will contribute to reaching the EU target of a net 55 % reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, as a stepping stone towards reaching climate neutrality by 2050.

Energy poverty in the EU

Briefing 18-09-2023

In 2022, over 41 million Europeans were unable to keep their homes adequately warm. Energy poverty is a multi-dimensional phenomenon, considered to be caused by a combination of low income, high energy expenses, and poor energy efficiency in buildings. The EU has been addressing this issue in various legislative and non-legislative initiatives, most recently in the context of its climate policies and energy transition, as well as the energy crisis. The Gas and Electricity Directives ensure the protection ...

Renewable Energy Directive

Sracfhéachaint 06-09-2023

Renewable energy has grown in importance in the EU in the light of new climate goals and energy security needs. The revised Renewable Energy Directive will set a target of a 42.5 % share of renewables in EU energy consumption by 2030, with additional sub-targets for some sectors. A provisional agreement was reached with the Council in March 2023 and Parliament is due to vote on the text during its September 2023 plenary session.

Revision of the Energy Efficiency Directive

Sracfhéachaint 05-07-2023

During the July plenary session, Members will vote on a provisional agreement reached between Parliament and the Council on the revision of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED). The ITRE committee has already endorsed the agreement.

This document compares the draft 2023 Country Specific Recommendations (CSRs) proposed by the Commission on 24 May 2023 with the 2023 CSRs approved by the Council on 16 June 2023. The Council will finally adopt the recommendations in July.