Amendment No. 2 | Doc. 13366 | 28 January 2014

Energy diversification as a fundamental contribution to sustainable development

Signatories: Mr Ahmet Kutalmiş TÜRKEŞ, Turkey, ALDE ; Mr Ahmet Berat ÇONKAR, Turkey, EDG ; Mr Şaban DİŞLİ, Turkey, EPP/CD ; Ms Tülin ERKAL KARA, Turkey, EDG ; Mr Tuğrul TÜRKEŞ, Turkey, EDG

Origin - 2014 - First part-session

In the draft resolution, paragraph 9.2.7, replace the words "eliminate subsidies to fossil fuels, but consider" with the following words:

"rationalise and phase out inefficient subsidies to fossil fuels over the medium term and consider".

Explanatory note

Phasing out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies is a costly process and adequate time is needed for developing countries. This process should not dictate a rigid set of rules. Specific circumstances of countries should be taken into consideration in accordance with the principle of "common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities".