Activities of Satu HASSI related to 2013/2128(INI)
Shadow opinions (1)
OPINION on local and regional consequences of the development of smart grids
Amendments (7)
Amendment 2 #
Draft opinion
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Paragraph 1
1. Notes that smart grids are the result of convergence between the energy andthe increasing role of the information and communications technology (ICT) sectors in the network management of the energy sector and that further cooperation and synergies between these sectors must be encouraged, e.g. with regard to the efficient use of radio spectrum across Europe and smart energy functions in the future ‘Internet of Things’decentralised energy systems; asks the Commission to take the necessary measures to ensure the coherent and efficient deployment and operation of smart grids; notes with concern the serious questions posed by such synergies in terms of data protection and privacy, increased tariffs, and for energy network operators potentially being in a situation where they have to buy data from the telecoms companies to fulfil their fundamental responsibility - that of operating, maintaining and developing an efficient electricity distribution system; stresses that energy operators must hold key responsibility in the smart grid business model;
Amendment 11 #
Draft opinion
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2. Underlines the numerous benefits of smart grids to decarbonisegreen the economy, increase the share of renewable energy and distributed generation, create conditions for efficient use of electricity in transport, give consumers the ability to adapt their consumption to benefit from the lowest prices and at the same time save energy, improve energy efficiency, and also boost EU technology developmentboost EU technology innovation and development and also encourage consumers to become "prosumers" - producing their own energy and selling surplus back on the market or receiving credit for the electricity, making use of net metering;
Amendment 26 #
Draft opinion
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Paragraph 4
4. Recalls that in most Energy Roadmap 2050 scenarios, the proper integration of distributed renewable generation will be unfeasible without the development of local and regional smart distribution network grids for electricity; highlights that as the large majority of all distributed renewable generation is connected at low and medium voltage level so more action is needed on the distribution networks;
Amendment 31 #
Draft opinion
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Paragraph 5
5. Calls for cooperation in the development of smart grids at European, national and regional level; believes that smart grids offer a unique opportunity to boost innovation, research and development, job creation and the competitiveness of European industry at local and regional level with particular reference to SMEs;
Amendment 43 #
Draft opinion
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Paragraph 7
7. Recalls that smart grids should not place a financial burden on consumers but should benefit them by delivering accurate user- friendly information and empowering them to efficiently manage their energy consumption, and production and that energy savings must be reflected in their final bills;
Amendment 45 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Emphasises the role of smart grids to allow two-way communication between electricity producers and customers; underlines that strong personal data protection and readily available consumer information is essential; for accurate billing; notes that smart 'meters' are often confused with smart 'grids' and that a smart grid - in addition to ensuring security of supply - enables a more intelligent energy market, allowing for a paradigm shift in the way energy is produced and consumed; notes concerns specifically over the consumer benefits of smart meters and calls for greater evaluation of this area and further research into data protection and data privacy;
Amendment 48 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Stresses the need for improved data protection and privacy regulation and practice when smart metering systems are installed; emphasises that guaranteeing data protection and data privacy for all individuals and households connected to the grid is imperative for the functioning and deployment of smart grids; stresses that data gathered must only be used for ensuring the security of supply of electricity; calls on Member States to enforce data protection rules and to uphold individuals' rights in this area;