Energy

Für mehr Wettbewerb und Transparenz in der Energiewirtschaft durch klare ordnungspolitische Vorgaben (G-SIG: 15011239)

Germany · German Bundestag · 27 October 2004

Nachbesserung des Entwurfs eines zweiten Gesetzes zur Neuregelung des Energiewirtschaftsrechtes: schlanke Umsetzung der EU-Richtlinien, Effizienz und Klarheit bei der Regulierung, zeitnahes Monitoring, mögliche Ex-ante- und zwingende Ex-post-Kontrolle, Transparenz bei der Kriterienwahl, konsequente Entflechtung der Unternehmen, schlanke Regulierungsbehörde (RegTP) und klare Kostenregulierung, bundesweit einheitliche Regulierung, Liberalisierung des Messwesens; schnellstmögliche Vorlage und Parallelberatung der maßgeblichen Verordnungen

Communication from the Commission to the Council and the European Parliament on the future development of the EU Energy Initiative and the modalities for the establishment of an Energy Facility for ACP countries

European Union · European Commission · 26 October 2004

offene Fragen zur Tätigkeit der Bundesbeschaffungs-Gesellschaft m.b.H. (BBG)

Austria · National Council · 21 October 2004

Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Ing. Erwin Kaipel, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Finanzen betreffend offene Fragen zur Tätigkeit der Bundesbeschaffungs-Gesellschaft m.b.H. (BBG)

Initiativen des Umweltministeriums zur Stadtökologie in Wien: "NATUR findet Stadt"

Austria · National Council · 21 October 2004

Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Kai Jan Krainer, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Land- und Forstwirtschaft, Umwelt und Wasserwirtschaft betreffend Initiativen des Umweltministeriums zur Stadtökologie in Wien: "NATUR findet Stadt"

124 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the criteria and selection process used in the appointment of the second member of the Commission for Energy Regulation (details supplied); if the post was advertised; the reason the Civil Service and Local Appointments Commission was not asked to fill this position, as is happening with the third post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25862/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

124 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the criteria and selection process used in the appointment of the second member of the Commission for Energy Regulation (details supplied); if the post was advertised; the reason the Civil Service and Local Appointments Commission was not asked to fill this position, as is happening with the third post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25862/04]

91 Mr. Wall asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he will bring forward proposals in relation to the escalation of energy costs in the fishing industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25673/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

91 Mr. Wall asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he will bring forward proposals in relation to the escalation of energy costs in the fishing industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25673/04]

71 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the plans he has to introduce measures to reduce the demand on energy in the home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25572/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

71 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the plans he has to introduce measures to reduce the demand on energy in the home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25572/04]

68 Mr. Hogan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the extent to which the development of alternative energy sources in being pursued; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25808/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

68 Mr. Hogan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the extent to which the development of alternative energy sources in being pursued; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25808/04]

57 Mr. Kehoe asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the way in which energy costs in this country compare with those prevailing in other EU and non-EU countries; the way in which this affects industrial costs here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25814/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

57 Mr. Kehoe asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the way in which energy costs in this country compare with those prevailing in other EU and non-EU countries; the way in which this affects industrial costs here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25814/04]

128 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the progress to date in providing competitively priced alternative energy sources; his plans for the future in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25940/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

128 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the progress to date in providing competitively priced alternative energy sources; his plans for the future in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25940/04]

85 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his plans to encourage the provision of alternative energy sources at a competitive price; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25815/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

85 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his plans to encourage the provision of alternative energy sources at a competitive price; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25815/04]

51 Mr. Hayes asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the extent to which alternative energy is available at a competitive price; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25807/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

51 Mr. Hayes asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the extent to which alternative energy is available at a competitive price; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25807/04]

47 Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he has carried out an analysis of the phenomenon of peak oil and the possible consequences for the economy here following a global reduction in oil production. [25762/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

47 Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he has carried out an analysis of the phenomenon of peak oil and the possible consequences for the economy here following a global reduction in oil production. [25762/04]

39 Mr. Cuffe asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the Government’s policy with regard to the promotion of wood as a viable alternative energy source following recently published studies by Sustainable Energy Ireland; his views on the opinion that it would replace overdependence on imported fossil fuels while creating sustainable rural jobs, in addition to its primary purpose of reducing CO2 emissions. [25757/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

39 Mr. Cuffe asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the Government’s policy with regard to the promotion of wood as a viable alternative energy source following recently published studies by Sustainable Energy Ireland; his views on the opinion that it would replace overdependence on imported fossil fuels while creating sustainable rural jobs, in addition to its primary purpose of reducing CO2 emissions. [25757/04]

23 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources when he will issue the contracts for the additional 140 MW of onshore wind power, 50 MW of offshore wind power and 28 MW of biomass combined CHP; and if special conditions will apply to such contracts. [25753/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

23 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources when he will issue the contracts for the additional 140 MW of onshore wind power, 50 MW of offshore wind power and 28 MW of biomass combined CHP; and if special conditions will apply to such contracts. [25753/04]

99 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the degree to which electricity, gas, oil or other energy reserves are sufficient to meet industrial and domestic requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25817/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

99 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the degree to which electricity, gas, oil or other energy reserves are sufficient to meet industrial and domestic requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25817/04]

7 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the extent to which he can ensure the availability of adequate electricity and other energy sources; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25748/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

7 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the extent to which he can ensure the availability of adequate electricity and other energy sources; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25748/04]

13 Mr. McCormack asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his plans to provide alternative energy at a competitive price; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25821/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

13 Mr. McCormack asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his plans to provide alternative energy at a competitive price; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25821/04]

6 Mr. Stanton asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his further plans to support the development of the renewable energy sector; the details of the most recent developments in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25751/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

6 Mr. Stanton asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his further plans to support the development of the renewable energy sector; the details of the most recent developments in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25751/04]

3 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the analysis the Government has undertaken to investigate when global oil production is likely to peak; and the implications of such a peak for future energy prices. [25915/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 October 2004

3 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the analysis the Government has undertaken to investigate when global oil production is likely to peak; and the implications of such a peak for future energy prices. [25915/04]

Klaren und funktionsfähigen Ordnungsrahmen für die Strom- und Gasmärkte schaffen (G-SIG: 15011216)

Germany · German Bundestag · 21 October 2004

Umsetzung der EU-Beschleunigungsrichtlinien: Wirtschaftlichkeit, Versorgungssicherheit und Umweltfreundlichkeit der Energieversorgung, Wettbewerbsorientierung, Netzzugang und Regulierung, Sanktionsmöglichkeiten, Verordnungsentwürfe zum EnWG, Aufgaben der Regulierungsbehörden, Netzzugangsregulierung durch die RegTP, Sicherstellung der Unabhängigkeit, Bundes- und Länderaufgaben, Netznutzungsentgelte und diskriminierungsfreier Zugang, Qualitätssicherung, ex-ante-Genehmigung und ex-post-Kontrolle, Erdgasversorgung, Umsetzung der Entflechtungsregelungen, Verbraucherschutz, keine Verbandsklagerechte, Einbeziehung erneuerbarer Energien, staatliche Finanzierung, Begrenzung der Auskunfts- und Berichtspflichten, Liberalisierung des Mess- und Zählwesens, Ausnahmeregelung für industrielle Arealnetze

252 Mr. Ferris asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food her Department’s policy regarding the promotion of biomass production and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25729/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 20 October 2004

252 Mr. Ferris asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food her Department’s policy regarding the promotion of biomass production and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25729/04]

214 Mr. Ferris asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the proportion of bioethanol or alcohol contained in car fuels sold here. [25813/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 20 October 2004

214 Mr. Ferris asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the proportion of bioethanol or alcohol contained in car fuels sold here. [25813/04]

344 Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he will take steps strategically as a country to improve fuel security and derive energy from sources which are less harmful in terms of climate change than fossil fuels. [25308/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 October 2004

344 Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he will take steps strategically as a country to improve fuel security and derive energy from sources which are less harmful in terms of climate change than fossil fuels. [25308/04]

346 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the details of the reserve list for onshore wind farm bidders who failed to gain a public supply contract under the recent AER VI programme; when he intends to allocate the additional 140 MW of public service contracts that he is now providing under the programme; and the criteria he will use to allocate those additional contracts. [25483/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 October 2004

346 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the details of the reserve list for onshore wind farm bidders who failed to gain a public supply contract under the recent AER VI programme; when he intends to allocate the additional 140 MW of public service contracts that he is now providing under the programme; and the criteria he will use to allocate those additional contracts. [25483/04]

342 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the procedures he intends to follow regarding the review of the successful bidders for electricity generation from biomass anaerobic digestion under the AER VI scheme; and the procedures that will be put in place to transfer the public purchase agreement to other unsuccessful bidders if it is clear that the winning contracts will not be built within the timeframe expected. [25143/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 October 2004

342 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the procedures he intends to follow regarding the review of the successful bidders for electricity generation from biomass anaerobic digestion under the AER VI scheme; and the procedures that will be put in place to transfer the public purchase agreement to other unsuccessful bidders if it is clear that the winning contracts will not be built within the timeframe expected. [25143/04]

341 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he intends to allocate some of the additional public purchase contract capacity that has been approved by the European Union for biomass projects such as the one proposed by a company (details supplied); and the way in which the application made by this company under the AER VI scheme stands in the reserve lists of projects which bid above those successful bidders already granted contracts under the scheme. [25142/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 October 2004

341 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he intends to allocate some of the additional public purchase contract capacity that has been approved by the European Union for biomass projects such as the one proposed by a company (details supplied); and the way in which the application made by this company under the AER VI scheme stands in the reserve lists of projects which bid above those successful bidders already granted contracts under the scheme. [25142/04]

336 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the cumulative increase in domestic and commercial gas tariffs since the Commission for Energy Regulation was established. [24999/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 October 2004

336 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the cumulative increase in domestic and commercial gas tariffs since the Commission for Energy Regulation was established. [24999/04]

335 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the cumulative increases in domestic and commercial electricity tariffs since the Commission for Energy Regulation was established. [24998/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 October 2004

335 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the cumulative increases in domestic and commercial electricity tariffs since the Commission for Energy Regulation was established. [24998/04]

327 Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for Finance if he will take steps by the appropriate fiscal measures to encourage the development of an indigenous bio-fuel sector here in view of the extensive interest among farmers in growing energy. [25308/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 October 2004

327 Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for Finance if he will take steps by the appropriate fiscal measures to encourage the development of an indigenous bio-fuel sector here in view of the extensive interest among farmers in growing energy. [25308/04]

228 Mr. Neville asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will provide an up-to-date report on the work of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Libya; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25225/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 October 2004

228 Mr. Neville asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will provide an up-to-date report on the work of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Libya; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25225/04]

"Wirtschaftsraum Nordsee" als Wachstumsregion mit Zukunft (G-SIG: 15011233)

Germany · German Bundestag · 19 October 2004

Zielvorstellungen und Initiativen zur Nordseeregion, Bedeutung für den deutschen Arbeitsmarkt, Handlungsbedarf, Investitionen, Wirtschaftswachstum, Bedeutung der Währungszersplitterung, Ausgaben für Forschung und Entwicklung, Schiffbau, Tourismus, Energiepolitik, Kernkraftwerke, Windenergienutzung, Öl- und Gasgewinnung, Potenziale der Seaflow-Technik, Umweltpolitik, Fischfang und -bestände, Verkehrspolitik und Verkehrsaufkommen, Maßnahmen zur Inneren Sicherheit, politische Kooperation, Förderprogramme der EU, kulturelle und bildungspolitische Zusammenarbeit

Erneuerbare Energien in Deutschland (G-SIG: 15011229)

Germany · German Bundestag · 19 October 2004

Anteil an der Energieversorgung, Beitrag zum Klimaschutz, zur CO2-Einsparung und zur Erreichung des Kioto-Ziels, EEG-Vergütung, Härtefallregelung, weitere Förderprogramme, Stromsteuererhebung, Auswirkungen auf Arbeits- und Ausbildungsplätze, Fördersummen, Gesamtumsatz, Marktanteile, Investitionen; Potenziale, installierte Anlagen und Leistung bei Wasserkraft, Biomasse, Geothermie, Windkraft und Photovoltaik; Weiterentwicklung von Speichertechnologien, Fördersysteme in anderen europäischen Staaten und Harmonisierung, Zusammenhang mit dem Emissionshandel, zukünftiger Energiemix

Recycling von PKW-Katalysatoren

Austria · National Council · 14 October 2004

Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Gerhard Steier, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Land- und Forstwirtschaft, Umwelt und Wasserwirtschaft betreffend Recycling von PKW-Katalysatoren

Ökostromgesetz-Novelle 2006

Austria · National Council · 14 October 2004

Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Ökostromgesetz, das Elektrizitätswirtschafts- und -organisationsgesetz und das Energie-Regulierungsbehördengesetz geändert werden <br><br>Gesetz geworden als:<br><br>Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Ökostromgesetz, das Elektrizitätswirtschafts- und -organisationsgesetz und das Energie-Regulierungsbehördengesetz geändert werden (Ökostromgesetz-Novelle 2006)

Nutzung der Ökoabgaben aus dem Ökostromgesetz 2003

Austria · National Council · 13 October 2004

Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten DDr. Erwin Niederwieser, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Wirtschaft und Arbeit betreffend Nutzung der Ökoabgaben aus dem Ökostromgesetz 2003

Verbot des Inverkehrbringens von kosmetischen Mitteln, die im Tierversuch überprüft worden sind

Austria · National Council · 13 October 2004

110 Mr. Cuffe asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider introducing a differential stamp duty on house sales to favour energy efficient properties. [24786/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 13 October 2004

110 Mr. Cuffe asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider introducing a differential stamp duty on house sales to favour energy efficient properties. [24786/04]

Interim Agreement on trade and trade-related matters between the European community and the European Atomic Energy Community, of the one part, and the Republic of Tajikistan, of the other part - Final Act - Declarations

European Union · EUR-Lex · 11 October 2004

2004/754/EC: Council decision of 11 October 2004 on the conclusion by the European Community of the Interim Agreement on trade and trade-related matters between the European Community and the European Atomic Energy Community, of the one part, and the Republic of Tajikistan, of the other part

European Union · EUR-Lex · 11 October 2004

2004/755/Euratom: Council decision of 11 October 2004 approving the conclusion by the Commission, on behalf of the European Atomic Energy Community, of the Interim Agreement on trade and trade-related matters between the European Community and the European Atomic Energy Community, of the one part, and the Republic of Tajikistan, of the other part

European Union · EUR-Lex · 11 October 2004

A bill to amend the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 to reauthorize the Act, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 2004

Amends the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 to authorize appropriations for: (1) home energy grants; and (2) the incentive program for leveraging non-federal resources.

Renewable Energy Financing Incentive Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 2004

Renewable Energy Financing Incentive Act of 2004 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to provide for the nonrecognition of gain from the sale of real property if such gain is reinvested in renewable energy property within two years after the sale. Defines &quot;renewable energy property&quot; as a facility located in the United States which uses renewable energy sources as a primary feedstock for the generation of electricity or the manufacture of motor vehicle fuels.

United States-Israel Energy Cooperation Act

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 2004

United States-Israel Energy Cooperation Act - Directs the Assistant Secretary of Energy for Policy and International Affairs to establish a grant program for joint ventures: (1) composed of either Israeli and United States private business entities, or of Israeli and United States academic persons; and (2) selected by the United States-Israel Binational Science Foundations (BSF), and the United States-Israel Binational Industrial Research and Development (BIRD) Foundation or BSF using criteria established by the International Energy Advisory Board (established by this Act). Requires such ventures to carry out projects that encourage cooperation between the United States and Israel on research, development, and commercialization of alternative energy, improved energy efficiency, and renewable energy sources. Establishes in the Department of Energy an International Energy Advisory Board to: (1) establish criteria for such grant recipients; and (2) determine the total amount of grant money to be awarded to all grantees selected by BIRD and by BSF for each fiscal year.

Renewable Energy Security Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 2004

Renewable Energy Security Act of 2004 - Amends the Energy Conservation and Production Act to prohibit expenditures from exceeding an average of $3,000 per dwelling unit for labor, weatherization materials, and related matters for a renewable energy system. Directs the Secretary of Energy to prescribe regulations for criteria and procedures governing renewable energy systems. Amends the Energy Policy Act of 1992 to direct the Secretary to evaluate the use of renewable energy systems in residential buildings. Amends the Biomass Energy and Alcohol Fuels Act of 1980 to redefine biomass. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow as a credit against tax, for both individuals and small businesses, 20 percent of the qualified renewable energy system expenditures during the taxable year.

Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 4200) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2005 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe personnel strengths for such fiscal year for the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 2004

Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 4200 (Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005).

Kürzung der Ökostromförderung

Austria · Federal Council · 7 October 2004

Mündliche Anfrage des Bundesrates Werner Stadler (SPÖ) an den Bundesminister für Land- und Forstwirtschaft, Umwelt und Wasserwirtschaft Dipl.-Ing. Josef Pröll betreffend Kürzung der Ökostromförderung

Verbot des Inverkehrbringens von kosmetischen Mitteln, die im Tierversuch überprüft worden sind

Austria · National Council · 7 October 2004

Bericht des Gesundheitsausschusses über die Regierungsvorlage (614 d.B.): Bundesgesetz über das Verbot des Inverkehrbringens von kosmetischen Mitteln, die im Tierversuch überprüft worden sind

Umsetzung der Biokraftstoffrichtlinie

Austria · Federal Council · 7 October 2004

Mündliche Anfrage des Bundesrates Ferdinand Tiefnig (ÖVP) an den Bundesminister für Land- und Forstwirtschaft, Umwelt und Wasserwirtschaft Dipl.-Ing. Josef Pröll betreffend umweltpolitische Auswirkungen der Umsetzung der Biokraftstoffrichtlinie

Reduktion der Emissionsbelastung im Verkehrssektor

Austria · Federal Council · 7 October 2004

Mündliche Anfrage des Bundesrates Karl Brader (ÖVP) an den Bundesminister für Land- und Forstwirtschaft, Umwelt und Wasserwirtschaft Dipl.-Ing. Josef Pröll betreffend Reduktion der Emissionsbelastung im Verkehrssektor