Slovak Republic

The key objectives of the Slovak energy policy agenda are increasing efficiency in the power and end‐use sectors, reducing energy intensity, reducing dependence on energy imports, expanding the use of nuclear power, increasing the share of renewables in the heat and electricity sectors, and supporting the use of alternative fuels for transport. With these sound objectives in place, the government should now focus on the cost‐effective implementation of the adopted policies through concrete actions.

Energy policy in the Slovak Republic is driven to a large extent by EU directives and requirements, particularly with respect to liberalising gas and electricity markets. Energy policy is also driven by high dependence on energy imports from Russia, making energy security a strong focus area.

The government should focus on incorporating ambitious targets for 2030 on energy security, CO2 emissions and energy markets; continuing to decarbonise the heating sector; developing a clear and transparent programme for eliminating administrative control over electricity and natural gas end-user pricing; and taking further measures to limit energy-related CO2 emissions, in particular in the transport sector.

Last updated Dec 16, 2021