Why is the Commission now proposing to fully phase out Russian energy imports?
The EU has reduced its dependency on Russian energy since the aggression in Ukraine began. The REPowerEU Plan has decreased gas imports from Russia significantly, leading to increased energy security and diversification. By 2025, Russian gas is expected to fall to 13% of imports, with oil and coal imports already vastly reduced due to EU sanctions.
Russian energy exports still pose a security risk. Further actions aim to remove these dependencies, ensuring stability and security in the EUs energy supply.
What are the concrete measures proposed and when will they be adopted?
The Roadmap outlines nine actions for a gradual phase-out of Russian energy, including legislative proposals on gas, oil, and nuclear energy. By 2025, new contracts for Russian gas imports will be banned. Nuclear proposals will restrict uranium imports, and oil actions will address sanctions circumvention.
Member States will create national plans to phase out Russian energy, considering their specific needs.
What will be the impact on the EUs security of supply and on energy prices?
The phased approach will stabilize markets and prices by ensuring alternative supplies and infrastructure use. Coordination will minimize impacts on consumers and businesses, supporting a secure and predictable energy transition.
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