Six barriers impeding the energy transition and how to break them

The first edition of the Breaking Barriers: What’s Holding Back Europe’s Energy Transition? report spotlights six pain points that are hampering the acceleration of the European energy transition.

Produced by Enlit, the report examines the current status of the European energy sector and whether it is tracking according to 2030 and 2050 targets. With the input of global industry stakeholders – online surveys, research interviews, and round table discussions – we are proud to support the industry in making an impact that is proactive and authentic. Be part of the next report – Register for Enlit Europe Summit

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“This report is a prime example of how collaborative learning can inspire action!”

— Paddy Young, Director Enlit

The six barriers highlighted in the report are:

High costs

Supply chain weaknesses

Inflexible grid infrastructure

Lack of customer engagement

Incomplete digitalisation programmes

Political will and market design

Download the report for a deeper dive into these barriers to the energy transition as well as recommendations for overcoming them:

“If we fail to meet 2030 objectives, we will fail to meet 2050 targets.”

Roland Roesch, Deputy-Director, IRENA Innovation & Technology Centre

Industry experts participating in the Countdown to 2030 think tank session at Enlit Europe

“The energy crisis has raised the profile of energy. It’s an opportunity to put customers at the centre.”

Christoph Schuette, Managing Director, Siemens Energy Germanyr

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