EU energy ministers to discuss network charges, energy security and future energy legislation

The Energy Council will first hold a policy debate on the proposed network charges regulation. The regulation proposed by the Commission in July 2026 aims to reduce electricity grid system costs and foster electrification and digitalisation in the EU. Through these measures, the Commission seeks to lower electricity bills. Finland considers it important that the means chosen to achieve the objectives of the proposal are fit for purpose and deliver clear European added value. In Finland’s opinion, further negotiations should carefully assess whether more detailed Union-level harmonisation of the criteria for determining network charges and the revenue formation of network operators is the most efficient and appropriate way to curb electricity system costs and promote electrification and the cost-effective use of electricity networks. Finland also emphasises that taxation should be regulated on the basis of unanimity and remains critical of the proposal’s tax-related provisions. “The objectives of the proposed regulation on network charges are commendable. However, Finland calls for solutions that support electrification, strengthen competitiveness and ensure affordability, while als

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