Source: European Parliament
The Commission takes note of the information provided on the situation in Greece. The imposition of compensatory (reciprocal) fees could be one way to consider the needs of local population and share the benefits of the green transition .
Moreover, Article 15d (2) of the revised Renewable Energy Directive[1], with transposition deadline on 21 May 2025, obliges Member States to adopt measures to promote public acceptance of renewable energy projects by means of direct and indirect participation of local communities in those projects.
The application of compensatory (reciprocal) fees, depends on the specific rules in the relevant national legislation. Non or incorrect application of national legislation must be brought up and decided before national courts.
Given the need to adjust to national and local circumstances, a ‘one size fits all’ solution has not been identified in this area.
The Commission will continue to promote the exchange of best practices among Member States, including via the upcoming Citizens Energy Package and engagement in regional high-level groups[2].
- [1] Directive (EU) 2023/2413 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 October 2023 amending Directive (EU) 2018/2001, Regulation (EU) 2018/1999 and Directive 98/70/EC as regards the promotion of energy from renewable sources, and repealing Council Directive (EU) 2015/652 (OJ L, 2023/24, 31.10.2023, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/dir/2023/2413/oj).
- [2] https://energy.ec.europa.eu/topics/infrastructure/high-level-groups_en