EU countries are to pass mandatory energy-saving legislations

The Commission wants a binding short-term energy savings target for all member states in the current energy crisis, if necessary. According to a new draft for the emergency gas plan, which was available to Europe.Table on Tuesday, the Commission intends to propose that the Council adopt a corresponding regulation today. Parliament would not have to approve the act, which would speed up the process. The next Council meeting of energy ministers is scheduled for next Tuesday.