About CEF Energy
A connected, modern, secure and smart energy infrastructure will be key in delivering the European Green Deal. The Trans-European Networks for Energy (TEN-E) framework will be a key enabler towards the Union’s decarbonisation objectives for 2030 and 2050 while contributing to sector and market integration, security of supply and competition.
The Trans-European Networks for Energy (TEN-E) policy, which focuses on linking the energy infrastructure of EU countries, has been instrumental in upgrading the EU’s infrastructure cross-border energy since 2013. To address the energy infrastructure needs at regional and European level, the TEN-E policy identifies priority corridors and thematic areas and establishes a biennial list of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) that help the EU meet its short and long-term energy and climate objectives.
For the 2021-2027 period, the energy budget of €5.84 billion should help the transition towards clean energy and complete the Energy Union, making the EU energy systems more interconnected, smarter and digitalised. The focus is on cross-border renewable energy projects, interoperability of networks and better integration of the internal energy market.
More information
Visit DG ENER’s website to learn how EU energy policy drives the clean energy transition, strengthens energy security and enhances Europe’s competitiveness.
Explore the TEN-E Regulation, the EU framework for identifying and developing cross-border energy infrastructure to strengthen security of supply, market integration and decarbonisation.
Check the key EU policy priorities underpinning CEF Energy, from cross-border infrastructure and renewable integration to security of supply and investment support.
The CEF Energy programme was originally managed by the Innovation and Networks Executive Agency
News
When people look at an electricity substation, they usually see steel structures, cables and technical equipment. The real value, however, is elsewhere. It is in allowing everyone to enjoy electricity as a basic necessity.
On 18 June, policymakers, regulators, network operators, project promoters, technology providers and researchers gathered in Košice, Slovakia, for the PCI Smart Grid Summit.
Publications
CINEA has launched a new digital publication highlighting the essential role of the CEF Energy in driving Europe’s energy transition - ensuring affordability, security and sustainability across the European energy system.
Hydrogen can help decarbonise sectors that are difficult to electrify. Discover CINEA diverse portfolio of hydrogen projects across Europe.