8 Amendments of Herbert REUL related to 2015/2323(INI)
Amendment 86 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Considers that the aim of the Third Energy Package to provide a truly competitive and consumer-friendly retail energy market has not yet been realised, as evidenced by low levels of consumer switching and satisfaction across the EU, the persistent high levels of market concentration, in some Member States and the failure to reflect falling wholesale costs in retail prices as a result of a continuous increase in the number of price supplements imposed by the state;
Amendment 121 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 – point a
Paragraph 6 – point a
a. Recommends improving the transparency and clarity of bills, which should include information on the final price, with an explanation of the different taxes, levies and tariffs, together with information on the different energy sources and complaint handling, clear indication of contact points, and information on switching and energy efficiency measures; insists that clear language must be used, with technical terms either avoided or clearly explained; requests the Commission to identify minimum standards in this respect;
Amendment 131 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 – point b
Paragraph 6 – point b
Amendment 167 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 – point e
Paragraph 6 – point e
Amendment 215 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Believes that collective switching schemes and campaigns should be promotedthe supply of information on switching can be promoted through campaigns in order to help consumers find a better deal; emphasises that such schemecampaigns must be independent, trustworthy, comprehensive and inclusive, reaching those who are less engaged; suggests that local authorities, regulators and consumer organisations and other not- for-profit organisations are well placed to fulfil this role, and that support from European funds for such activities should be consideredin a position to fulfil this role;
Amendment 324 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Believes that consumers should have easy and timely access to their consumption data in both volume and monetary terms, to help them make informed decisions; believes that where smart meters are rolled out there should be a solid legal framework to ensure an end to back-billing and a rollout that is efficient and affordable for consumers and is free of charge for energy-poor consumers; insists that efficiency savings from smart meters should be shared on a fair basis between grid operators and users;
Amendment 372 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
Amendment 436 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27
Paragraph 27