Emissions from energy production and consumption must reach net-zero by 2050 if Europe is to meet its objective of reaching “climate neutrality” by mid-century. In this special report, EURACTIV examines the implications for the electricity sector and the energy system as a whole.
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Energy transition ‘only possible with a European approach,’ says German TSO
Est. 8minThe energy transition can only be implemented efficiently if it is planned and performed jointly at the European level, according to the power grid operator of Germany’s Baden-Württemberg region.
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Academic: Integrated EU electricity market is ‘least-cost option’ for net-zero transition
Est. 16minWith increased interconnection and trading across borders, European countries can lower the variability of wind and solar power and decrease the cost of the transition to clean energy, Leonardo Meeus told EURACTIV.
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Becoming climate neutral by 2050: How Europe’s energy system has to change
Est. 8minIn light of climate change and the war in Ukraine, the European energy system faces an unprecedented transformation. How can this succeed? Michael Jesberger is the COO of TransnetBW. Let’s assume we are in 2050 and the Green Deal is a success. …