Activities of Jens NILSSON related to 2014/2153(INI)
Plenary speeches (1)
European energy security strategy (A8-0164/2015 - Algirdas Saudargas) SV
Shadow opinions (1)
OPINION on the European Energy Security Strategy
Amendments (5)
Amendment 6 #
Draft opinion
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1. UEmphasises that a policy for energy security is made up of various elements, with improved preparedness for disruptions in energy supply, cooperation and coordination in relations with third countries and new infrastructure being just as important as, and developed in a way that chimes with, ambitions to develop renewable energy, implement energy efficiency measures and cut greenhouse gas emissions; underlines the positive impact that market integration has had on wholesale prices in the electricity sector, and recalls that the potential net economic benefit that may be gained from the completion of the internal market for energy is in the range of EUR 16-40 billion per year;
Amendment 32 #
Draft opinion
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2. Stresses the importance of standardisation and of Member States allocating adequate resources for the market surveillance of the energy efficiency of products, so as to ensure a level playing field for the industry while providing consumers with the information they need to make informed choices; takes the view that further contributions to energy efficiency policy can be made through improving and further developing the legislation on energy labelling and ecodesign, which are also important from a consumer’s point of view;
Amendment 45 #
Draft opinion
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3. Recalls the importanceits previous positions ofn setting ambitious, binding goals for energy efficiency that involve reducing EU dependence on imported energy while augmenting jobs and growth; takes the view that energy efficiency is one of the most important parts of a strategy for responding to Europe’s challenges as regards security of supply and temporary disruptions; takes the view, therefore, that energy efficiency measures will be a central part of the 2030 climate and energy policy framework;
Amendment 46 #
Draft opinion
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3. Stresses that digitalisation will play an important role in the Energy Union and is a key enabler for improving energy security by increasing energy efficiency and moderating industry and consumer energy demand. Recalls the importance of setting ambitious goals for energy efficiency that involve reducing EU dependence on imported energy while augmenting jobs and growth;
Amendment 81 #
Draft opinion
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7. Underlines the importance of a stable regulatory framework in order to attract the necessary private investment in the energy sector; Believes that an improved and more robust emissions trading scheme should ensure that the investments needed to achieve the EU’s long-term energy and climate objectives are obtained.