18 Amendments of Bernd LANGE related to 2012/2005(INI)
Amendment 15 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas thea completed internal energy market is indispensable for the Union’s overall energy security and is of essential value for the Union’s competitiveness, economic growth and creation of new jobs as recognised in the Single Market Act II and the Europe 2020 strategy;
Amendment 22 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C a (new)
Recital C a (new)
Ca. whereas the potential of renewables has not yet been fully exploited and whereas under the Energy Roadmap 2050 they are to have the major share in energy provision by that year, and specific milestone objectives need to be set in the interim to ensure that the prospects for renewable energy in the EU are credible;
Amendment 25 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C b (new)
Recital C b (new)
Cb. whereas the growing share of renewables in the European energy mix makes it necessary to develop the existing grid and IT infrastructure and to step up funding for research and development;
Amendment 29 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
Recital E
E. whereas a European Energy Community must be based on a strong common energy market, the coordination of energy purchasing outside of the EU and common European funding of renew low-emissionable energy technologies;
Amendment 51 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Acknowledges that, the trend ofo avoid rising energy prices, is likely to continue given its link to fuel prices, the impact of climate policy and the investments needed to maintain and modernise energy systemsncreased dependency in terms of supply security must be countered as a matter of urgency by modernising and adapting grid infrastructure at all levels, and fair competition in the internal energy market must be ensured;
Amendment 71 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Recognises the European added value of better coordinatienergy policy coordination and cooperation among the Member States’ energy policies, in a spirit of solidarity, and of creating efficient and secure trans- border energy systems, thereby creating synergies through improved management of the supply and demand of energy; points out too that greater use must be made of the renewable energy cooperation mechanisms;
Amendment 73 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Emphasises that a long-term, reliable legal framework, as part of EU energy policy, is essential for secure, good-value and stable energy provision and also for investment security and for the Union’s ability to compete and innovate;
Amendment 78 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 b (new)
Paragraph 3 b (new)
3b. Emphasises that the use of renewables fosters diversification of energy supply in the EU internal market, enhances Europe’s competitiveness and supply security and contributes to the development of new industries and export markets;
Amendment 79 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses that end energy-consumers – individuals and industry alike – are at the very core of the user-friendly internal energy market; notes that, as such, they must be duly protected, and able to exercise their rights fully, while encouraged to play a more active role in stimulating market competition, moving from passive service recipients to active informed consumers and prosumers; highlights too the importance of keeping consumers better informed by making information about energy easily accessible and ensuring transparency, and notes the need for better funding for these purposes;
Amendment 93 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Believes that smart technologies must not be restricted to automatic meter- reading only but must be completed with dynamic, online grid management incorporating such services as grid support services, voluntary demand-side response and local or home brokers; points out that data-protection concerns also need to be borne in mind in this regard;
Amendment 106 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Considers that vulnerable consumers must be protected and that, to that end, effective mechanisms must be put in place, while distortions of the energy market are avoided; points out that exchanges of good practice among EU Member States can be useful in this regard;
Amendment 118 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Highlights the fact that the increased production and storage of renewable energy has helped to reduce wholesale prices; calls for the benefit of this to be passed on to consumers;
Amendment 131 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Stresses that the internal energy market falls short of satisfying the needs and expectations of consumers, as they continue to face high prices, a limited choice of suppliers and tariffs, an overall low quality of services and difficulties in switching supplier; stresses, therefore, the need to build a more user-friendly market; highlights the fact that, according to Commission estimates, EU consumers could save up to EUR 13 billion per year if they switched to the cheapest electricity tariff available;
Amendment 144 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation remains the main obstacle forto the completion of this market; calls for a consistent approach on the Commission’s part to ensure that the third internal energy market package is implemented in all Member States;
Amendment 154 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9 a (new)
Paragraph 9 a (new)
9a. Notes that grid infrastructure, grid management and market rules are tailored to the needs of fossil fuel-fired and nuclear power stations, with the result that newer technologies such as renewables are placed at a competitive disadvantage;
Amendment 161 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Stresses that modernising thedeveloping existing energy infrastructure, at all levels and modernising it, ensuring cooperation between transmission system operators and building new, intelligent and flexible generation, transmission, distribution and storage infrastructure, is are essential for a well-integrated and well- connected energy market, where supply at affordable prices is secured, where the potential for cogeneration and efficiency, and for exploiting renewable and unconventional energy sources, is fully exploited, and where no Member State remains isolated from the European gas and electricity networks;
Amendment 182 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Points out that public support for the development of grid infrastructure is an important prerequisite and that it depends upon the early, coordinated and transparent involvement of all stakeholders;
Amendment 214 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Notes that a stable policy-based regulatory framework – for producers, regulators, network operators, energy suppliers, demand-related service providers and, most importantly, end consumers and prosumers – is essential for a well- functioning internal market and for attracting long-term investment in infrastructure development; underlines that development of network codes and rules should lead to harmonisation of procedures and interoperability; notes that, in addition to implementing such a framework, it will be necessary to ensure that it is functional and effective;