Distribution grids are critical for the energy transition: with the majority of future assets to be connected at the distribution-grid level, the decentralization and decarbonization of the energy system depend on strong and future-ready electricity distribution networks. This study gathers and...

The overall aim of this study is to provide a framework for the development of energy services offering flexibility. This includes the analysis of required infrastructure for digital flexibility services, which in turn involves regulatory and investment issues as well as technical,...

This report supports the European Commission (DG ENER) in the design and implementation of a European import auction for renewable hydrogen and its derivatives under the European Hydrogen Bank (EHB). The EHB aims to contribute to the EU's climate neutrality goal by 2050. While domestic auctions...

In December 2024, the new Regulation on Carbon Removals and Carbon Farming (CRCF) entered into force, establishing the first-ever voluntary EU-wide certification framework for carbon removals. This project has been conducted throughout 2024 to support the Commission to develop implementing rules...

ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation (EU) 2023/2405 aims to decarbonise the aviation sector by accelerating the supply and uptake of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) whilst ensuring a level playing field for sustainable air transport. The Regulation introduces a requirement for every aviation fuel...

In December 2024, the new Regulation on Carbon Removals and Carbon Farming (CRCF) entered into force, establishing the first-ever voluntary EU-wide certification framework for carbon removals. This project has been conducted throughout 2024 to support the Commission to develop implementing rules...

The Governance Regulation sets out the legal requirements and specific content for Member States (MSs) to report to the EC on the five dimensions of the Energy Union, including when to report and templates for the reports, which are further detailed in Commission Implementing Regulation (EU)...

The share of older people in Europe is expected to increase rapidly in the coming decades, necessitating adequate planning measures at every level of government. To ensure that older people can participate in the transformation of regions and benefit equally, planning for an ageing population...

The share of older people in Europe is expected to increase rapidly in the coming decades, necessitating adequate planning measures at every level of government. To ensure that older people can participate in the transformation of regions and benefit equally, planning for an ageing population...

This study focuses on the clean energy technologies (CET) defined as strategic in the proposed Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) and considers their strategic importance. The study looks at each technology chosen in the NZIA (and other less strategic but relevant technologies) and uses desk research...