欧洲电力行业联盟-欧洲电力公司对委员会关于理事会条例2022-2576的报告的评论（英）-2023.11-7页_256kb

Eurelectric Position Paper Summary

Eurelectric Overview

• Represents the European electricity industry across over 30 countries, advocating for a competitive economy powered by clean, carbon-neutral energy and a sustainable society.
• Committed to a cost-effective energy transition through investments in renewables, digitalization, and decarbonization.

Key Comments on Commission Report

1. Concerns about Gas Joint Purchases

• Efficacy of AggregateEU: Doubts the added value of the joint purchase platform in reducing gas prices and attracting new LNG volumes. Suggests a lack of transparency in reporting the number of deals and volumes concluded.
• Temporary Nature: Believes the emergency gas purchasing mechanism should remain temporary and not be enshrined in the Hydrogen and Decarbonised Gas Market package. Advocates for a fair impact assessment and public consultation before any extension.

2. Against Permanent LNG Benchmark Extension

• Argues that the LNG benchmark is not representative of the global LNG market and does not add value compared to existing indexes.
• Questions the necessity and relevance of extending this temporary measure for transparency, noting potential distortions in the EU market.

Appendices

• Values: Economic Development, Environmental Leadership, Social Responsibility.
• Contact: Alessandro ZAPPI, Policy Officer Wholesale Markets.