Commission asks for feedback for the preparation of new renewable energy rules for the period 2020-2030.
On 24 November 2015, the European Commission launched a public consultation, inviting stakeholders to provide their opinions on what an EU regulatory framework on renewable energy should look like for the post-2020 period.
The results of this consultation, together with the results of the separate public consultation launched by the Commission in July 2015 concerning market design, will inform the impact assessment for a new Renewable Energy Directive (REDII).
In its public consultation document, the Commission states that several areas in particular will need attention. These include: a new governance to ensure target is achieved at EU-level, measures to empower consumers on renewable energy solutions, cutting emissions in the heating and cooling sector, removing market entry barriers for renewables and boosting the use of renewables in the transport sector.
Background
In October 2014, EU countries agreed on a new renewable energy target of at least 27% of final energy consumption in the EU as a whole by 2030. This target is part of the EU's energy and climate goals for 2030. In order to reach this target, and as part of the EU's plans for the Energy Union, a new Renewable Energy Directive, including a post-2020 framework, will be needed.
Stakeholders are invited to submit their response by 10 February 2016 at the latest. For further information, please visit the relevant European Commission website: http://ec.europa.eu/energy/en/news/eu-renewable-energy-rules-post-2020-%E2%80%93-give-your-feedback
