The European Commission has proposed new initiatives to address long-standing issues in the planning and implementation of the EU’s energy infrastructure. They aim to ensure that affordable and clean energy flows more efficiently across the EU.
Grid infrastructure is the backbone of the European energy system. The new package proposes to modernise and expand it to unlock its full potential. This means removing bottlenecks and increasing interconnectivity across EU countries, which will
- help lower energy prices
- ensure a secure and reliable energy supply
- help achieve energy independence
These initiatives represent a new approach to energy infrastructure by bringing a truly European perspective to project planning. Firstly, they will ensure Europe makes the most of its existing energy infrastructure before investing in new capacity. Secondly, they’ll speed up permitting procedures so that energy infrastructure can be developed faster across the EU, which is essential for meeting climate and energy objectives. Additionally, the proposals will ensure a fairer sharing of costs for cross-border projects.
