In the current context of an energy crisis and the uncertainties that the winter 2022/23 will bring, consumers of all types (from households to large industries) will play a vital role in managing price spikes and reducing overall gas demand.
EU27 Energy Ministers agreed in September 2022 on a proposal for a Council Regulation to address high energy prices. This proposal stands out for its inclusion of a mandatory 5% reduction target of electricity consumption in peak hours. Member States are responsible for identifying peak hours corresponding to 10% of the overall hours of the period between 1 December 2022 and 31 March 2023. The demand reduction target will apply to the identified peak hours. Member States are free to choose the appropriate measures to reduce consumption.
This paper is a smartEn contribution to guide Member States through the implementation of the Council Regulation.
