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Position Paper on ACER’s Assessment of Energy Emergency Measures and Their Impact on Energy Market Participants
ACER's comprehensive evaluation of more than 400 energy emergency measures, meticulously analyzing their multifaceted responses to the ongoing energy crisis, forms the bedrock upon which the European Enterprise Alliance, in collaboration with the Union of Entrepreneurs and Employers, articulates and presents our collective position.
Position Paper on Commission’s Integration of Ukraine to Connecting Europe Facility for Infrastructure Funding
European Enterprise Alliance presents its position on the integration of Ukraine into the EU Single Market through the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for infrastructure funding. The recent agreement marks a significant step towards enhancing Ukraine's connectivity with its EU neighbors, enabling access to funding for projects in transport, energy, and digital domains. Emphasizing technological neutrality and promoting sustainability, this collaboration fosters growth, job opportunities, and...
Position Paper on the key aspects of the reform of EU’s electricity market design
The EU's ongoing reform of the Energy Market Design is a direct response to challenges experienced in the energy market in 2022. The European Commission has proposed a revision of electricity market rules with the goal of bolstering market resilience, reducing dependency on short-term prices, and promoting long-term contracts like power purchase agreements. The proposal is currently undergoing deliberation by the Council and the European Parliament. As European Enterprise Alliance, in...
Discover how the European Commission’s recent approval of a €158 million Polish measure is propelling the production of renewable hydrogen and fostering a sustainable energy future
We invite you to discover the latest development in Poland's renewable energy landscape with the European Commission's approval of a €158 million measure supporting LOTOS Green H2. This significant investment aims to advance the production of renewable hydrogen, aligning with the EU Hydrogen Strategy and the European Green Deal. By reducing dependence on Russian fossil fuels and fostering a greener economy, this initiative sets a remarkable example. Please find European Enterprise Alliance's...
Position Paper on the Effects Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence on SMEs
In light of the European Commission’s intentions to propose a Regulation on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence (CSDD), the EEA is hereby providing key points to visualize the points for SMEs.
“Network fees” proposed by telecommunications operators – will consumers pay twice for infrastructure maintenance?
In Europe, a crucial debate is unfolding, which carries profound implications for the future of the Internet. The European Commission is actively considering new regulations pertaining to interconnections between networks on the Internet. These proposals, which can only be described as alarming, have the potential to both hinder Internet speed for consumers and jeopardize the overall stability of the Internet. In light of this, the European Enterprise Alliance has taken a stand and presented...
“Network fees” proposed by telecommunications operators – will consumers pay twice for infrastructure maintenance?
A significant discussion is taking place in Europe with potential ramifications for the Internet's future. The European Commission is deliberating over fresh regulations governing network interconnections on the Internet. It is contemplating proposals that, without exaggeration, could impede Internet speed for users and pose risks to its overall stability. As European Enterprise Alliance we present our stance with a focusing one of the affected countries Lithuania.
“Network fees” proposed by telecommunications operators – will consumers pay twice for infrastructure maintenance?
After the European Commission revealed its "Connectivity Package" on February 23, 2023, which involved a preliminary consultation on the "Future of the electronic communications sector and its infrastructure," as the European Enterprise Alliance, we want to express our apprehension regarding the proposal to implement a mechanism that would require substantial direct payments ("network contribution," "network fee," "fair share") from content providers and technology companies to major European...
POSITION PAPER ON NUCLEAR ENERGY PRODUCTION
The EU aims to achieve this by 2050, through a framework of financing rules that guide investors in sustainable investment activities. Starting from January 1, 2023, the EU's assigned funds were expanded to include nuclear power and natural gas. As the European Enterprise Alliance (EEA) and on behalf of our members, we welcome the European Commission’s proposal to promote the transition to nuclear power.
POSITION ON REVISION OF THE EU’S ELECTRICITY MARKET DESIGN
The European Commission has launched a public consultation on the revision of the EU's electricity market design, with the goal of making it easier to use more renewable energy sources, encouraging competition, and guaranteeing long-term availability of energy while protecting consumers from price volatility. The position of the European Enterprise Alliance on the consultation is presented below.
JOINT ASSOCIATION LETTER ON POLITICAL AD REGULATION
On February 16th, 2023 A joint letter on political advertising regulations was addressed to the European Commission, the European Parliament, and the Swedish Presidency and signed by 10 organizations. The letter outlines the mission of enhancing political campaign transparency and electoral integrity.
After the visit of the College of Commissioners to Kyiv to boost EU support and sectorial cooperation with Ukraine: What are the outcomes?
On February 2, Thursday, the President of the European Commission, Ursula Von der Leyen, travelled to Ukraine for a meeting with Commissioners and the Ukrainian Government to enhance the EU's support for Ukraine with the current invasion. Here is the outcome we brought from the visit:
Position Paper on Commission’s Recommendation on Speeding up Permit-granting Procedures for Renewable Energy Projects and Facilitating Power Purchase Agreements
The European Commission published a recommendation on accelerating permit-granting procedures for renewable energy projects and a proposal for a focused amendment of the Renewable Energy Directive in order to streamline permitting processes for renewable energy projects, make power purchase agreements easier, and empower citizens by May 18, 2022. In order to address the rising cost of energy and reduce the EU's reliance on Russian fossil fuels, the Commission had already proposed a number of...
Q&A: Polish Deputy PM Jacek Sasin on energy sovereignty
Deputy Prime Minister of Poland and Minister for State Assets Jacek Sasin talks with ZPP, Poland’s Union of Entrepreneurs and Employers. The article first appeared as Sponsor Content on Politico Europe website: https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/polish-deputy-pm-sasin-on-energy/. Download PDF
Small nuclear reactors – a new chapter in nuclear power
Russia's aggression against Ukraine and the ongoing war have caused a Europe-wide energy crisis, the consequences of which we are all facing today. A lively discussion is underway, both at the EU level and in all Member States, among politicians and experts who are jointly trying to work out solutions that will best protect us from a gas shortage both during the coming winter and over the next several months. Download PDF
Position of the European industry organisations on the forthcoming Connectivity Infrastructure Act
As a member of a broad coalition of 17 organizations from across Europe, we deeply worry about ETNO’s proposal to introduce a network fee for digital services. We believe that such a regulation would negatively affect the consumers, hurt innovative European businesses, lead to an inefficient allocation of resources, and, most importantly, undermine access to the free and open internet. Download PDF
Position Paper on Energy Price Increases
Media outlets, research bodies and national organisations have been observing the vast in-creases in gas and energy prices (and in coal, crude oil, and CO2 emission allowances) that have occurred across Europe and most of the world at an enormous pace since the Autumn of 2020. For example, in Poland the average price of hedging and annual contract in 2020 was PLN 69.90/MWh, while currently, this same contract costs approximately PLN 500/MWh. In electricity, the average price of hedging an...
Joint Association letter on DMA
A joint letter on the Digital Markets Act proposal signed together with over 35 organisations and individuals in 13 countries. In the letter, we call on the European Institutions and policymakers involved in the trilogue to revise the proposal as we believe that DMA does not strike the right balance between value creation and the protection of users. Download PDF
The Digital Services Act and its impact on European SMEs
As the EU Commission’s own research shows, 17% of EU SMEs sell products online and 8% engage in cross-border sales. We therefore would like to encourage you to consider the following, to ensure that the position of SMEs in Europe is adequately represented during the current Trilogue negotiations on the Digital Services Act (DSA). Download PDF
Joint Association letter on DMA – or don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater
Together with other organisations, we appreciate the opportunity to share perspectives on the upcoming crucial negotiations on the Digital Markets Act. Our community supports all initiatives aimed at improving the position of European businesses and users. While we understand the need to address certain challenges related to digitisation, we urge EU policymakers to make well-informed decisions and mitigate any harmful consequences for European SMEs, entrepreneurs and users. Download...
Key recommendation to ensure sound economic recovery for SMEs post-pandemic
On 25 October, the European Enterprise Alliance held an online event where lawmakers, national stakeholders and business representatives addressed the most significant obstacles that hampered economic recovery for SMEs and presented the policy recommendation to ensure their future growth. Download PDF You can watch the recording of this webinar here.
Joint Letter on the European Commission’s Proposal for an AI Act
Together with Move EU and other organisations, we signed a joint letter on the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act proposal recommending: precise definition of AI, clarifying roles of players, high-risk based on measurable harm and potential impact. Download PDF
Open Letter on the Digital Services Act (DSA) and Digital Advertising
Thousands of Industry Stakeholders call on EU Policymakers to Oppose A Ban on Targeted Ads & Recognise the Value of the EU’s Existing Data Protection Framework. The EEA is one of the signatories of the open letter initiated by IAB Europe, a European-level association for the digital marketing and advertising ecosystem. Download PDF
The DMA implications for platforms in Europe
European Commission has proposed the Digital Markets Act (DMA) that aims at establishing a set of narrowly defined objective criteria for qualifying a large online platform as a so-called “gatekeeper”. Marcin Nowacki explains what the proposed regulations mean for customers and businesses. https://youtu.be/JHkpWy0TJ_U
EESC Activities Report no 3/21
Marcin Nowacki, President of the European Enterprise Alliance and Vice-President of the Union of Entrepreneurs and Employers, and Tomasz Wróblewski, President of the Warsaw Enterprise Institute, are members of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), an EU advisory body that represents employers' and employees' organisations in the EU lawmaking process. We present a summary of their activities in March 2021. Download PDF
The implication of the Digital Services Act for businesses operating within European Single Market
Hosuk Lee-Makiyama, Director at the European Centre for International Political Economy, explains how Europe's new laws might change the way we look at market regulations and internet. https://youtu.be/8Tnrj5R37b4 https://youtu.be/H9KXfz-SPUw
Joint Letter on the European Minimum Wage
The EEA, together with its Members and Partners, has sent a letter to President Ursula von der Leyen, President David Maria Sassoli, and President Charles Michel voicing their concerns about the EU Minimum Wage proposal. Download PDF
Position Paper on the Action Plan for a Social Pillar
On 4th March 2021, the European Commission presented the European Pillar of Social Rights Action Plan. The European Pillar of Social Rights (EPSR) is a set of 20 principles that were announced in 2017 at the Social Summit for Fair Jobs and Growth in Gothenburg, Sweden. The vision of Europe possessing a strong social aspect has become one of the political objectives of the European Commission under the leadership of Ursula von der Leyen. In 2020, the European Enterprise Alliance published two...
EESC Activities Report no 2/21
Marcin Nowacki, President of the European Enterprise Alliance and Vice-President of the Union of Entrepreneurs and Employers, and Tomasz Wróblewski, President of the Warsaw Enterprise Institute, are members of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), an EU advisory body which represents employers' and employees' organisations in the EU lawmaking process. We present a summary of their activities in February 2021. Download PDF
Protectionism within the EU and how to tackle it
A comprehensive look on the problem of protectionism within the EU from a historical, economic, practical, legal, and political perspective. Download PDF