Comprehensive evaluation of the planned development of intermittent renewable sources within the EU

Abstract

This paper deals with an assessment of the steps taken and planned by the EU (European Union) to achieve its climate neutrality by 2050. Emphasis is placed on the reality of achieving RES (renewable energy sources) in total energy production in individual countries according to the required values for 2030. A detailed analysis of the previously set goals of penetration of RES and their historical fulfillment was performed. Furthermore, an evaluation of the planned shutdown of traditional combustion sources and the overall loss of constant production power, which keeps the energy system stable with a sufficient amount of standby power in real time is performed. In connection with these facts of the EU plans of the shift away from coal power plants and the nature of the intermittent electricity generation of the used renewable sources within the EU and the historical dynamics of the RES production capacities installation are evaluated.

Keywords

• Coal power plants shut down
• Decarbonization
• Energy transition
• EU climate goals
• Renewable energy