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Commission adopts new implementing act to improve access to metering and consumption data
The new rules aim to further protect consumers and empower them through digitalisation to be more active in the energy transition.

Commission report: Emergency energy measures facilitated market improvement
The report concludes that as the EU electricity market supply and prices have now changed considerably from the record high levels last year, a prolongation of these emergency measures does not seem necessary or advisable at the current time.

Secondary legislation clarifies contribution of biofuels to renewables target in transport
The delegated regulation links to the requirement for EU countries to ensure that the share of renewable energy in the final consumption of energy in transport is at least 14% by 2030.
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Energy efficiency
Reducing energy consumption and achieving energy savings is essential to deliver the European Green Deal.
Renewable energy
Energy from renewable sources reduces greenhouse gas emissions and lowers our dependence on imported fossil fuels.
Markets and consumers
The EU's integrated internal energy market helps to keep energy affordable and guarantee secure supplies.
Energy strategy
The EU's strategy for secure, competitive, and sustainable energy.
Oil, gas and coal
Ensuring the efficient and responsible use of fossil fuels.
Infrastructure
A modern energy infrastructure, connecting markets and regions, is crucial to meet EU’s energy and climate goals.
Energy security
The EU works to ensure that energy supplies from abroad are secure and affordable.
Research and technology
Innovation in low-carbon and clean energy technologies are essential to fulfil the EU’s energy union strategy.
Funding and financing
EU programmes, calls for tenders and private-public initiatives to finance energy projects.
International cooperation
EU energy cooperation with countries around the world and international institutions.
Nuclear energy
The EU aims to ensure safe and secure use of civil nuclear energy which generates almost 30% of its electricity.
Energy system integration
Our energy systems need to be sufficiently flexible to facilitate cross-border, cross-sector innovation and investment.
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In focus: Clean energy transition and energy system integration
The DG ENER’s Director for the Green Transition and Energy System Integration reflects on the situation for renewables in the context of the energy crisis, the recently agreed changes to the renewables directive, and the prospects for hydrogen and biomethane.
Reform of electricity market design
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Meet Gerrit-Jan, a machine operator in the Netherlands. He builds panels for insulating buildings that help to improve their energy performance and save on energy bills.
This clip is part of a new series of videos presenting individual portraits of people working in the energy sector across Europe. They tell us about their ambitions and hopes and share what inspired them to pursue this professional path.