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Renewable energy – directive, targets and rules

The Renewable Energy Directive establishes common rules and targets for the development of renewable energy across all sectors of the economy.

Renewable Energy Directive
The directive is the legal framework for the development of renewables across all sectors of the EU economy.
Renewable energy targets
The targets have evolved consistently since first established to help the EU reach its ambitious energy and climate goals.
Cooperation mechanisms
Cooperation mechanisms enable EU countries to work together to meet their renewable energy targets.