Parliament wants new targets on energy security and energy supply

If no additional measures are taken, Europe will have to import a projected 71% of its energy in 2030. Recent energy disputes with Russia and the increase in the oil price show the need for action. Therefore, in adopting a joint resolution, on the 22 March 2006 the European Parliament underlined the need for a more ambitious Common European Energy Policy, focusing on renewable energy sources, solidarity between the Member States and the need to complete the internal market for electricity and gas.