“Fit for 55” Time to accelerate towards carbon neutrality
Elia Group (which represents Elia Transmission Belgium and 50Hertz) welcomes the European Commission’s initiative to revise key legislation to support the goal of reducing GHG emissions by at least 55% by 2030 (when compared with 1990 levels) and reach carbon neutrality by 2050, in line with the EU Green Deal. The “Fit for 55” package should provide Europe with the right legislative framework to meet its energy and climate goals while supporting its growth strategy, which is based on competitive sustainability. In accordance with this, energy efficiency, accelerating the integration of increasing volumes of renewable generation into the energy system and supporting the further electrification of society are all cost-effective measures for considerably reducing CO2 emissions in the lead-up to 2030.
Through its two electricity system operators in Belgium and Germany, Elia Group is enabling both its home countries and Europe to realise their climate and industrial ambitions. In line with the best interests of society, we are committed to accelerating the delivery of onshore and offshore electricity transmission infrastructure, sustainably enhancing our operational practices, upgrading the market design and facilitating the digitalisation of the power sector. Each of these activities will facilitate the green and digital transition and a swift economic recovery. When combined with the necessary energy infrastructure and digital tools, the right legislative framework will pave the way for consumers to fully benefit from competitive energy services which are powered by sustainable and reliable electricity.
The “Fit for 55” package is an unmissable opportunity to set the right legislative framework and so support the green investments that are needed to make cost-effective and sizeable gains in CO2
reduction within the current decade. As an enabler of the energy transition, Elia Group would like to submit the following points for consideration during the ongoing and For further information, please contact: euaffairs@eliagroup.eu
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