What is solar energy equipment?

In addition, the following definitions shall apply: ‘solar energy equipment’ means equipment that converts energy from the sun into thermal or electrical energy, including solar thermal and solar photovoltaic equipment. 1.

What is energy security?

Energy security necessarily entails the smooth transition to abundant, low-carbon energy. If we do not decarbonise, we will be less energy secure. We want our energy to be cheap, clean and British.

How long will Solarpower Europe's emergency renewables booster last?

Reflecting SolarPower Europe’s call for an emergency renewables booster, today’s proposal would last one year when it comes into force, effectively ‘bridging the gap’ before the updated EU Renewable Energy Directive finalises its legislative process.

What is the EU solar energy strategy?

In this context, in line with the Communication from the Commission of 18 May 2022 entitled ‘EU Solar Energy Strategy’, the development of a resilient industrial solar value chain in the Union will be supported, including through the Solar PV Industry Alliance that will be launched at the end of 2022.

When will EU energy ministers reschedule emergency permits?

EU Energy Ministers agreed to prolong certain emergency measures on permitting until 30 June 2025, following the Commission’s proposal which was initially introduced in December 2022. The Commission adopted a series of new and updated recommendations and guidance documents to improve and streamline permitting procedures and auctions for renewables.

Why is repowering a solar installation important?

As another example, when repowering a solar installation, increases in efficiency and capacity can be achieved without increasing the space occupied. Immediate simplification and accelerated permitting for repowering are therefore crucial for maintaining and increasing the renewable energy capacity in the Union.