1. Update on renewables & EU energy policy
Florian Ermacora
DG ENERGY 1

2. Security of energy supply
Three overarching objectives of EU energy policy
Sustainability
Security of energy supply
Competitiveness
Reduction of emissions
Diversification of energy sources, supply countries and routes
Affordable and competitive prices
Grid Stability
Reduction of energy consumption
Promotion of new technologies, growth and jobs
Development of renewable energy sources
Adequate energy infrastructure
Improved energy efficiency

3. The renewables directive: targets and supportive regulatory framework
Source: Eurostat
Renewable sources accounted for 13% of the EU's energy consumption in 2011

4. Progress report conclusion: current renewables policies: OK, but…
blue – planned trend in EU renewable energy to reach 2020 targets
red dotted – estimated trend in EU renewable policy with current policies

5. 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…

6. 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…

7. Proposals for the 2030 framework for climate and energy policies
2030 Green Paper: The 2030 framework will build on the 2050 Roadmaps - Concrete proposals by the end of 2013
2050 Roadmaps
2030 Green Paper
Proposals for the 2030 framework for climate and energy policies
2011
March 2013
By end 2013
On-going discussions with Member States, EU institutions and stakeholders

8. Florian Ermacora DG ENERGY
Thank you for your attention
Florian Ermacora
DG ENERGY 8