12 September 2017
EEA’s ‘Signals 2017’ Examines State of Play of Europe’s Energy System
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'Signals 2017,' a publication by the European Environment Agency, takes stock of the state of energy systems in EU member countries.

In a series of articles, the publication also explores the process of moving from an energy system that relies mostly on fossil fuels and nuclear power towards a system of renewable energy and more efficient energy use.

Other articles discuss challenges and opportunities for various renewable energy sources.

29 August 2017: The EU has committed to transition towards a clean, smart and renewable energy system, a task that creates both challenges and opportunities. To explore these issues for the wider public, the European Environment Agency (EEA) has published a collection of articles titled, ‘Signals 2017 – Shaping the Future of Energy in Europe: Clean Smart and Renewable.’

The publication takes stock of the state of play of Europe’s energy transition and provides snapshots on key issues of energy, environment, technology and sustainability. The introduction outlines the process of moving from an energy system that relied mostly on fossil fuels and nuclear power towards a more sustainable and more efficient system of renewable energy to achieve commitments made under the Paris Agreement on climate change. It describes the main challenges of harvesting, storing, and transporting renewable energy and conserving energy through increased energy efficiency.

The second part of the publication provides detailed data on energy production and consumption in all members of the EU. Other articles discuss: implications of climate change mitigation and adaptation for energy systems; sustainable production of biofuels; economic opportunities of a clean energy transition; energy efficiency; electric transportation; and the EU’s contribution to change in global energy markets and international decision making.

Signals is an annual EEA publication exploring key environmental issues of importance to general debate and interest of the wider public. [EEA Press Release][Signals 2017 – Shaping the Future of Energy In Europe: Clean Smart and Renewable]

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