Risk-preparedness in the electricity sector

Summary

A new regulation to improve EU-wide preparedness for electricity crises through regional cooperation and standardized risk assessments.
10 03.07.2019
Other
energy
public safety
european union
administrative law

Key points

  • Creation of a common European framework for the prevention and management of electricity crises.
  • Implementation of standardized indicators to monitor the security of electricity supply across the Union.
  • Requirement for Member States to develop national risk-preparedness plans and conduct annual crisis simulations.
  • Use of non-market measures as a last resort to mitigate crises without causing undue market distortion.
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