Energy Policy
New Technologies for Energy Efficiency
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Denmark
Denmark has had a very pro-active energy policy in both energy efficiency and renewable energy while at the same time opening its gas and power markets to competition.
Government and Nuclear Energy
The main objective of national energy policies in OECD countries is to ensure the availability of secure and economic supplies with minimal environmental impact. The means of achieving security and competitiveness in the supply of electricity differ between countries.
France
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French energy policy – traditionally characterised by centralisation and strong government involvement – has been largely successful in achieving energy security, environmental protection and economic efficiency.
Sweden
Swedish energy policy combines strong government involvement with the judicious use of market forces, as exemplified by high energy taxes intended to shape supply and consumption patterns, and one of the world’s most liberalised electricity markets.
Netherlands
In pursuing its energy policy targets, namely energy security, environmental protection and economic efficiency, the Netherlands has shown great pragmatism, giving due attention to cost-effectiveness.