Commission takes first step to strengthen the EU’s energy security framework

The Commission has today launched a 4-week call for evidence on the EU energy security framework to gather input for its forthcoming planned revision. The Commission intends to table a proposal for a revised energy security framework in the first quarter of 2026.

This call for evidence is an important first step in the preparation of the revision seeking views from citizens and stakeholders and drawing lessons from past crises and looking at future challenges. In addition to this very broad call for evidence, the Commission will also hold more targeted consultations for stakeholders with more in-depth and technical knowledge.

Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen said:

'Europe's energy system is exposed to new risks, such as cyber-attacks, climate change impacts and a turbulent geopolitical landscape. For energy supplies to remain stable and secure across our continent, we need a stronger and forward-looking EU framework. This review is key to ensure the EU's energy security not only for today, but also for the future.'

The revision of the EU energy security framework will seek to strengthen the Union's energy security, ensuring that the EU energy system is sufficiently secure and resilient, and well adapted to a changing energy, climate and geopolitical landscape. With this review, the Commission wants to address new emerging risks to the energy system such as physical and cyber threats to critical infrastructure, as well as climate-change related risks and the changing geopolitical landscape.

This call for evidence is open until 13 October 2025.

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• Call for Evidence
• Security of gas supply
• Security of electricity supply