Europe Counteries Will Still Be Facing An Energy Crisis In 2023

 

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Food is a basic necessity for humans. It is essential for our daily consumption for the healthy functioning of our bodies in order to obtain energy and sustain life. According to the World Health Organization, a healthy diet includes adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables, dairy products, and carbohydrates. Eating balanced meals also help in ensuring that individuals meet their dietary requirements. Furthermore, by eating a variety of food in appropriate portions, one can ensure a healthy intake of essential vitamins and minerals (“Food & Nutrition”). While its primary purpose is nourishment, food has also been used in many cultural contexts to bring people together and create social bonds.

By 2023, the European Union (EU) will have implemented renewable energy sources successfully, which will help prevent an energy crisis. According to the Head of the Center for Renewable Energy Sources and Saving in Greece, Vasilis Fthenakis, the EU is passing various regulations and directives 

Europe has been making efforts to reduce energy consumption across all sectors, from industries to households. According to the European Commission, energy efficiency is the key to reducing the economic and environmental costs associated with energy use and can make Europe’s energy system more secure. To that end, the EU has enacted the Energy Efficiency Directive in 2012, aiming to help .

Member States achieve the “20-20-20” targets by 2020, which included a 20% reduction in energy consumption, 20% reduction in emissions and 20% of renewable energy consumption (European Commission). To further reduce energy consumption, Europe has been promoting initiatives such as home energy saving measures, such as improving insulation and increasing the efficiency of heating and cooling systems (Vuuren et al., 2019). In addition, the European Commission has made rules and standards for buildings, appliances and vehicles to improve their energy efficiency and reduce emissions (European Commission). With continued efforts, Europe is likely to significantly reduce its emissions and energy consumption in the upcoming years.

In recent years, Europe has made significant advancements in its energy policy. The European Union (EU) has acknowledged the need to reduce its energy consumption in order to protect the environment and move toward more sustainable methods of energy production. To this end, the EU has implemented several measures to make energy more efficient, such as energy labeling programs, emissions trading systems and subsidies for renewable energy sources (UNECE, 2019).  In addition, the EU has established ambitious energy efficiency targets for 2030. This includes a goal to reduce energy use by at least 32.5 % (European Commission, 2020). In order to achieve this, more efficient lamps, insulation, and appliances are being introduced, as well as improved building codes and stronger renewable energy incentives (European Commission, 2020). These new initiatives are needed to achieve a more sustainable energy sector in the years to come. 

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that are meant to increase the rate of energy efficiency. Additionally, the share of energy derived from renewable sources, such as wind, solar, and hydropower, is expected to significantly increase. For example, the EU has set a target of “At least 32 percent of energy consumption in the bloc to come from renewable sources by 2030” ("Head of Greece's CRETA"). As such, thanks to the significant increase in renewable energy sources, the EU will not be fighting an energy crisis in 2023. 

It is clear from current trends that Europe will still be facing an energy crisis in 2023. Despite the various efforts to reduce energy consumption and increase efficiency of energy production and use, it appears that this crisis is here to stay. The most effective solutions will be those that combine renewable energies like wind and solar with improved efficiency measures to reduce emissions while ensuring that Europe can continue to have reliable, secure and cost-effective energy sources. With these steps, Europe will be better prepared to deal with the energy crisis of the coming years.