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EU Commission sector inquiry on capacity mechanisms - adoption of interim report
Policy milestone details
The Commission inquiry on capacity mechanisms shows they can increase security of electricity supply but many Member States must be more thorough assessing whether they are necessary and in their design to ensure they are targeted and cost-effective.|Unnecessary and badly designed capacity mechanisms can distort competition, hinder electricity flows across borders and lead to consumers overpaying for electricity.The Commission now invites Member States, stakeholders in the electricity sector and others to submit comments on its initial findings.
Start date: 2016-4-13
Countries: EU -
Milestone source: State aid to secure electricity supplies
Milestone type: Policy review
Sector: Policy and governance -
Organisation: European Commission
Subjects: Electricity markets, Electricity generation, Electricity, Energy policy
