Adaptation challenges and opportunities for the European energy system

Publication Created 11 Apr 2019 Published 18 Jun 2019

Building a climate‑resilient low‑carbon energy system

Publication Created 11 Apr 2019 Published 18 Jun 2019

EEA Report No 1/2019

Building a climate‑resilient low‑carbon energy system

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Projected linear trend in heating (HDD) and cooling degree days (CDD) over the period 1981-2100 under two scenarios These maps show the trend in heating degree days (left) and cooling degree days (right) from 1981-2100 for all EEA member and cooperating countries, based on the median of an ensemble of 11 EURO-CORDEX simulations.

Observed trend in heating and cooling degree days (1981-2017) These maps show observed linear trends in heating degree days (left) and cooling degree days (right) over 1981–2017 for all EEA member and cooperating countries. Stippling depicts regions where the trend is statistically significant at the 5% level.

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Climate change puts pressure on Europe’s energy system All parts of Europe’s energy system, from availability of energy sources to energy consumption, are potentially vulnerable to climate change and extreme weather events, according to a European Environment Agency report, published today. To secure reliable supply of clean energy, Europe’s energy system needs to adapt and become more climate resilient, the report states.

Progress in energy conservation and renewable energy sources is determinant for the transition towards a prosperous, sustainable and climate-compatible European economy Our quality of life depends, among other things, on a reliable supply of energy at an affordable price. But energy production and use place significant pressures on the environment, as we chiefly rely on fossil fuels and waste a substantial part of this energy before and during use. Energy activities give rise to greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions, land use, waste generation and oil spills, contributing to climate change, damage of natural ecosystems and of the built environment, and adverse effects on human health. We therefore need to consume less energy and step up the clean energy transition that is already unfolding across Europe.

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