Objection to EU Energy Project List

by name voted on 09.03.2022

Summary

The European Parliament objects to a Commission regulation on energy projects due to corruption concerns and climate incompatibility.

9 09.03.2022

Other

energy

justice

environment

public administration

Key points

The motion formally objects to the Commission's recent regulation regarding the list of common energy projects.
There are serious concerns regarding corruption risks and the rule of law, specifically concerning gas pipeline projects in Malta.
The inclusion of new gas infrastructure contradicts the European Climate Law and risks creating a long-term dependency on fossil fuels.
A noticeable decrease in the number of electricity projects was observed compared to previous lists.

Vote

PPE

S&D

Renew

Verts/ALE

ID

ECR

NI

The Left

Total

Documents (PDFs)

MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the Commission delegated regulation of 19 November 2021 amending Regulation (EU) No 347/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the Union list of projects of common interest

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