3 Amendments of Bendt BENDTSEN related to 2013/2177(INI)
Amendment 89 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Notes that there is a significant, due to the fact that Europe is a resource constraint continent, there is a gap in industrial energy prices between the EU and its main competitors; recognises that energy prices are important cost drivers for the steel industry; believes that the efficient functioning of the single energy market is a necessary precondition if the steel industry is to be supplied by secure and sustainable energy at affordable prices;
Amendment 103 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Emphasises that security of energy supply is an important prerequisite for the steel industry; calls on the Member States to ensure secure energy supplies by developing the necessary energy infrastructure projects, and provide the right incentives for investors to ensure a lower dependency on imported fossil fuels; encourages the Commission to promote the diversification of natural gas sources and routes; asks the Commission to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the adequacy of electricity generation and to provide guidance on how to maintain the flexibility of electricity networks;
Amendment 130 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14 a (new)
Paragraph 14 a (new)
14a. Notes that in 2012 Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) plants suffered no extra costs as a direct consequence of EU climate regulation, and that for the period 2008-2012 BOF plants experienced a surplus from the ETS due to over allocation of free allowances;