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The Strategy aims at helping unlock solar energy’s potential to contribute to the European Green Deal objectives having a key role in achieving climate and energy targets. It will identify barriers and propose measures to accelerate deployment and ensure that citizens reap as the benefits from enhanced energy system integration. It will also look at how to make the EU solar energy value chain more competitive and resilient.

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CAN Europe Urges 100% Renewable Energy Target by 2040

Climate Action Network Europe, 12 Apr 2022

The organization calls for a transition to 100% renewable energy by 2040. They request an EU binding target for renewables of at least 50% by 2030. Member States must remove administrative barriers and prioritize rooftop solar while respecting biodiversity.
These policies would advance the network's climate goals and stabilize renewable investments.
The fossil fuel industry would be forced out of the energy market.

E.ON urges mandatory rooftop solar for all new buildings

E.ON SE, 12 Apr 2022

E.ON proposes a mandatory solar panel requirement for all new commercial and private buildings. They also suggest incentives for digital grid equipment and automated electricity trading bonuses.
These measures would increase revenue from E.ON's digital assets and energy infrastructure.
Building owners and developers would face higher mandatory costs for solar installations.

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Siemens Energy AG, 11 Apr 2022

Main actions required in the EU: It is of outmost importance that the EU now sets the right framework for a successful energy transition with reliable, sustainable, and affordable contribution with Solar PV and Wind building the backbone. A holistic perspective is required on the energy system,…

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European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity, 12 Apr 2022

ENTSO-E welcomes the EC initiative for a EU Solar Strategy as a key instrument to further accelerate solar energy deployment and unlock solar energy’s potential to contribute to achieving the EU climate neutrality objectives while maximising its socio-economic benefits as part of a well-integrated…

Bankwatch urges EU to prioritize rooftop solar and biodiversity

CEE Bankwatch Network, 12 Apr 2022

The organization proposes a two-phase approach prioritizing solar on rooftops and industrial sites to protect nature. They also demand legal reforms to support energy communities and involve citizens in the transition.
These recommendations would ensure EU funds support environmentally sound projects and boost local energy security.
Large developers face restrictions on building solar farms in ecologically sensitive grasslands and meadows.

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Euroheat and Power, 11 Apr 2022

Solar energy also comes in thermal form, solar heat should be part of the upcoming EU solar energy strategy. In 2050, energy in buildings and industry will still represent the lion’s share of the demand. Delivering sustainable heating and cooling is thus fundamental to achieving Europe’s climate…

Copper industry seeks solar rooftop mandates and stricter electrical standards

International Copper Association Europe, 12 Apr 2022

The institute calls for mandatory national solar obligations for new buildings and major renovations. They also advocate for regular electrical inspections and optimized system-wide efficiency standards for cables and inverters.
Mandatory solar installations and larger cable requirements would drive significant demand for copper products.
Building owners may face increased construction costs from mandatory solar and stricter wiring rules.

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Elia Transmission Belgium, 12 Apr 2022

Elia Group encompasses Elia Transmission Belgium and 50Hertz Transmission in Germany. Contributing to achieving the EU Green Deal’s objectives is at the heart of our Group’s strategy. Accelerating the deployment and integration of renewable generation from sources such as solar and wind, further…

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Statkraft AS, 12 Apr 2022

See attached document.

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Solar Heat Europe/ESTIF, 12 Apr 2022

Solar Heat Europe, the European Solar Thermal Industry Federation, welcomes the elaboration of an EU Solar Energy Strategy and the opportunity to contribute to this process via a public consultation. We call on the European Commission to ensure that this strategy addresses in a balanced and fair…

Energy Traders Europe urges market-based PPAs to accelerate solar

Stichting European Federation of Energy Traders (We operate under the name Energy Traders Europe), 12 Apr 2022

Promote renewable Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) as a vital alternative to public subsidies. Member States should address barriers like administrative support schemes and restricted Guarantees of Origin.
Standardizing contracts would reduce transaction costs and simplify entry into the energy market.
Developers lose access to administrative subsidies that offer higher returns than competitive markets.

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European Association of Electrical Contractors, 12 Apr 2022

EuropeOn, the European association of electrical contractors and installers, welcomes the initiative of the European Commission to publish a Strategy dedicated to solar energy. Accelerating the deployment of solar power is of the highest importance in order to reach the EU’s goals for both climate…

Grid technology group CurrENT calls for innovative electricity network upgrades

CurrENT Enabling Network Technology throughout Europe E.E.I.G., 12 Apr 2022

The organization calls for the deployment of grid-enhancing technologies to accommodate renewable energy. They urge the EU to adopt the NOVA principle, prioritizing existing network optimization over expansion.
Mandatory inclusion of these tools would create a larger market for their members' hardware.
Traditional infrastructure providers could see projects delayed or replaced by cheaper digital optimizations.

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CO2 Value Europe AISBL, 11 Apr 2022

CO2 Value Europe is the European association dedicated to Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) and represents over 70 members along the CCU value chain, primarily industrial actors from different sectors. CCU is a broad term that covers all established and innovative industrial processes that aim…

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Global Infrastructure Investor Association, 12 Apr 2022

GIIA is the membership body for the world’s leading investors in infrastructure, and advisors to the sector, who collectively represent US$1.3 trillion of infrastructure assets under management across 66 countries with one third of those assets in the UK. Our members are investing today to provide…

Finnish Bioenergy Group Advocates for Hybrid Solar-Bioenergy Plants

Bioenergia ry - Bioenergy Association of Finland, 12 Apr 2022

Integrate solar energy with bioenergy plants and repurpose cut-over peatlands for panels. They advocate for sustainable land use alongside animal grazing and biodiversity targets.
Member organizations and landowners could generate additional income from low-productivity property.

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Lightyear, 11 Apr 2022

In many different parts of the world (and most notibly the EU), mobility propelled by vehicle-integrated photovoltaic panels (VIPV) have seen a massive boost the last few years. One of these companies is Lightyear (Helmond, NL) building the most efficient Battery Electric Vehicle supported by solar…

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Prime Laser Technology SA, 12 Apr 2022

EU solar strategy should equally include solar thermal. Current policies and proposals are in favor of electrification and biased overlooking lower cost and more realistic solutions from direct renewable heat technologies. Such policies create unfair competition for the solar thermal industry which…

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Alliance for Solar Mobility, 11 Apr 2022

The market for PV systems has been rapidly expanding with significant penetration in grid-connected markets in an increasing number of countries, connected to both the distributed as well as the central transmission network. This strong PV market expansion has been contributing to savings in fossil…

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Wirtschaftsbeirat der Union, 12 Apr 2022

Wir möchten uns gerne mit folgenden Punkten an dem Prozess beteiligen: - Finanzielle Beteiligung eines jeden EU-Bürgers an den Möglichkeiten der Energiewende auch ohne individuelle Voraussetzungen (Vorbild: Staatsfond Norwegen) - Förderung des Auf- und Ausbaus europäischer…

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HOLALUZ CLIDOM SA, 12 Apr 2022

Holaluz is a Spanish electricity supplier and residential self-consumption company. Holaluz would like to share their feedback to boost the implementation of solar rooftop technology for achieving the urgent objectives of decarbonization and energy independence set by the EU. Holaluz proposes a set…

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IARU - International Amateur Radio Union Region 1, 12 Apr 2022

The International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) is a Non-Governmental Organisation representing the interests of Radio Amateurs throughout the world, including all Member States of the European Union. Solar energy systems, which include Solar PV, are a progressive technology whose use is to be…

GISAD urges EU to prioritize decentralized citizen-led solar energy

Global Institute for Structure relevance, Anonymity and Decentralisation i.G., 12 Apr 2022

GISAD requests incentives for decentralized projects that prioritize citizen self-sufficiency over energy efficiency. They also recommend promoting solar on north-facing roofs and using digital controls protected from external access.
This proposal facilitates the integration of GISAD’s proprietary digital systems into European infrastructure.
Centralized grid operators would lose investment as funds are diverted to decentralized projects.

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International Thin-Film Solar Industry Association, 11 Apr 2022

The International Thin-Film Solar Industry Association, or PVthin in short, is a coalition of thin-film photovoltaic (PV) manufacturers and suppliers which promotes the benefits of thin-film solar PV and clean energy more broadly. PVthin represents global leaders in the Thin-Film Solar Industry and…

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SERMA Group, 10 Mar 2022

Thanks to our involvement on the search of the root cause of failed photovoltaic (PV) installations, we think that rules before the installation and during the running of a PV installation need to become more severe. Firstly, a deep control of the installation should be required before to start it…

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Fundatia George Enescu, 6 Feb 2022

Ar trebui gândită și implementată o politica de sprijin pentru implementarea sistemelor Fotovoltaice pe toate clădirile mai înalte de 3 etaje care au mai multi proprietari. Aceste genuri de locuite reprezintă 90% din spațiul locativ al unui oraș, și ar putea crea o putere fotovoltaica instalată…

Asociatia Principia warns against EU solar reliance on China

Asociatia Principia, 20 Jan 2022

The association asks the Union to find a strategy using its own resources. They claim the current strategy creates jobs in countries outside the Union.
Prioritizing European resources would ensure industrial benefits and jobs remain within the Union.
Chinese manufacturers would lose the market dominance they currently enjoy in Europe.