Ahead of the upcoming Energy Council where Energy Ministers will discuss key issues including the Grids Package and electricity prices, Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe shares its deep concerns by the war on Iran and escalating conflict across the region, with devastating human toll. We denounce breaches of international law and urge EU Member States to pursue constructive and united diplomacy to bring the war to an end.
Europe is once again confronted with the risks of its continued dependence on fossil fuels. The escalating conflict demonstrates how geopolitical instability can rapidly translate into price volatility for European households and businesses.
Phasing out fossil fuels and accelerating renewable energy, electrification and energy savings is therefore not only a climate imperative, but also a strategic priority for Europe’s energy security, affordability and competitiveness.
Against this backdrop, the letter highlights three key considerations for the Ministers’ discussions in these turbulent times, requiring strong leadership and clear direction for Europe’s energy transition bringing genuine energy security:
1. An EU-wide Fossil Gas Phase Framework
2. European Grids Package
3. Electricity Prices