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Achieving Europe's 10% Electricity Interconnection Target

Summary

This report discusses the necessity of increasing electricity interconnections across Europe to reach a 10% target by 2020. It aims to improve energy security, integrate renewables, and lower consumer prices through a more integrated internal market.
10 15.12.2015
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Key points

In force from 15/12/2015 Out of force from 31/12/2030
  • Increasing electricity interconnection is vital for a stable, secure, and independent European energy system.
  • Improved market integration could save European consumers between 12 and 40 billion euros annually by 2030.
  • The current 10% interconnection target may not be scientifically sufficient or appropriate for all Member States.
  • A holistic approach is needed that reinforces national grids alongside cross-border connections to ensure full capacity usage.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on achieving the 10 % electricity interconnection target – Making Europe’s electricity grid fit for 2020 Making Europe's electricity grid fit for 2020
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