Forthcoming climate and energy policy framework must include heating and cooling

According to the Heat Coalition, a platform gathering 11 European associations with a stake in the heating and cooling sector, the forthcoming climate and energy policy framework must adequately address the future role of the heating and cooling sector, as it accounts for no less than... Continue reading >>

Commissioner Oettinger welcomes Parliament adoption of the Energy Infrastructure Regulation

Günther Oettinger, EU Commissioner for Energy said today: "This is really a breakthrough and will give a big push to much needed infrastructure: Rather than waiting up to 12 years or longer for a permit, developers of crucial cross-border infrastructure - such as pipelines... Continue reading >>

European Parliament votes yes to 2030 renewable energy target

Today, 14 March,  the European Parliament called for the "successful" 2020 renewable energy target to be prolonged to 2030. "The Parliament has once again recognised what a strong renewables industry, driven by ambitious targets, can do for Europe's economy,... Continue reading >>

Renewable energy sector begins action alliance

On 8 March, around 100 representatives of the renewable energy sector, from Germany, Switzerland, Belgium and the Netherlands, have joined forces to form an action alliance. Made up of operators, research institutes, universities, journalists, communication agencies, companies and associations,... Continue reading >>

Juwi’s cost-cutting measures save private electricity consumer up to six billion Euross

 Executive board advises against German Environment Minister’s plans on the German power supply and presents its own concept / Company is well equipped for future business and plans to continuously grow at a moderate pace.    The battle for the German energy... Continue reading >>

Deutsche windguard offshore helicopter underwater escape training certified by GL RC

GL Renewables Certification (GL RC) has certified Deutsche WindGuard Offshore GmbH's Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET) courses. Helicopter transport is an important way for technical personnel to reach offshore wind farm installations, but before getting on board, a certified... Continue reading >>

EU Ministers call for solid and effective renewable energy policy after 2020

The decision of EU Energy Ministers today to instruct the European Commission to prepare post-2020 renewable energy policy "to ensure that the strong impetus provided by the current legislative framework is not lost" is a useful step forward for investor certainty according... Continue reading >>

EU breakthrough for European energy infrastructure

The EU agreement reached on guidelines for trans-European energy infrastructure is a long awaited breakthrough for the EU energy sector. The agreement reached between the European Parliament and the EU Council on Tuesday 20 November 2012 includes: - "Binding deadlines"... Continue reading >>

It's time to complete the internal energy market

An efficient, interconnected and transparent European internal energy market will offer citizens and businesses secure and sustainable energy supplies at lowest possible cost. With Communication on how to make the internal energy market work the Commission calls on Member States to... Continue reading >>

Oettinger pushing in the right direction but must do more to achieve EU internal energy market

The European Commission has identified key actions to develop the internal energy market by 2014, but these actions do not go far enough, says the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA). In a communication published today, the Commission proposes a phasing-out of regulated electricity... Continue reading >>

Germany: Renewables contribution charge set to rise to 5.277 ct per kWh next year

The contribution charge next year for the electricity that is fed in and for which compensation is paid under the Renewable Sources Energy Act (EEG) will be 5.277 ct/kWh. This was announced on October 15 by the transmission system operators (TSOs). Currently, the renewables contribution... Continue reading >>

Industry expert worried UK regulator Ofgem proposals could lead to higher energy prices

An industry expert has questioned whether UK regulator Ofgem’s proposals to force energy companies to offer fewer tariffs will actually lead to lower retail prices. Dr Monica Giuletti, who has produced more than 30 papers on the energy industry and its pricing mechanisms,... Continue reading >>

IEA review of Ukraine's energy policies highlights country's potential for an energy revolution

By tapping its own natural gas deposits and improving energy efficiency, Ukraine could end its import dependency. But to truly revolutionise its energy sector, the country also must improve its infrastructure and pricing systems, the International Energy Agency (IEA) says in its in-depth... Continue reading >>

New Commission proposal to minimise the climate impacts of biofuel production

On 17 of October, the Commission published a proposal to limit global land conversion for biofuel production, and raise the climate benefits of biofuels used in the EU. The use of food-based biofuels to meet the 10% renewable energy target of the Renewable Energy Directive will be limited... Continue reading >>

Prepared for the new law on renewable energy - Poland is at starting position

For the second time, on October 17-18, 2012, the trade fair RENEXPO Poland in Warsaw will provide a perfect information platform on the subject of energy supply from renewable sources, intelligent distribution of energy and efficient use of energy in the Polish market. Through the exhibition,... Continue reading >>