Directive 2018/2001: Commission Recommendation (EU)

Latest Legal Update on Renewable Energy

The EU Directive 2018/2001 sets a binding target for renewable energy’s share in the EU’s gross final energy consumption by 2030. Recently, the European Commission issued new Recommendations (May 13, 2024) focusing on speeding up permit-granting procedures and enhancing renewable energy auction design.

Key highlights include:
– Improving permit processes and long-term network planning
– Removing regulatory barriers
– Emphasizing auction criteria beyond pricing, such as quality, timely delivery, innovation, environmental sustainability, and cybersecurity

These updates aim to accelerate the transition to renewable energy across Member States.

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