Turning the EU's 2030 targets into a stable framework

One of the most eagerly awaited EU policy decisions this year are the headline targets for the 2030 Climate and Energy package that have been agreed by Member States at the October European Council. While it has proved arduous, setting these EU objectives is naturally just the first step: concrete measures will then be required to ensure successful implementation at Member States level.This public debate hosted by EWEA will launch the discussion on how this EU target will be achieved, in particular examining the division of responsibilities between the Commission and the Member States.Meeting long-term decarbonisation and renewable objectives requires a clear investment horizon for the power sector. EWEA has made concrete proposals for a post-2020 framework providing both flexibility to Member States and confidence to wind power investors. This proposal would require Member States to define enforceable renewable energy objectives early-on and the Commission to ensure Member states coordinate to meet the EU-wide target.By holding this debate, EWEA aims to contribute to the establishment of an implementation procedure that will ensure a seamless transition from the current regime and ensure a cost-effective implementation of the 2030 targets.Date: 18 November 2014Time: 11.00 - 12.30 followed by lunchLocation: Stanhope Hotel, Rue du Commerce 9, Brussels European QuarterAttendance is free of charge but registration is required. For more information please consult: http://www.ewea.org/events/detail/turning-the-eus-2030-targets-into-a-st...

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