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EU Grids Package Proposes Automatic Permit Approval, France, Germany Oppose

5/27/2026

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The draft EU Grids Package would automatically deem energy-project permits approved after two to three years of national inaction.
France and Germany oppose mandatory tacit approval while Denmark, the Netherlands, Poland and Slovenia consider it acceptable.
The Cypriot EU Presidency will propose optional or required tacit approval.
Energy ministers will meet in Brussels on 26 June to seek agreement before the European Parliament reviews the package this year.

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The draft EU Grids Package would automatically deem energy-project permits approved after two to three years of national inaction.
France and Germany oppose mandatory tacit approval while Denmark, the Netherlands, Poland and Slovenia consider it acceptable.
The Cypriot EU Presidency will propose optional or required tacit approval.
Energy ministers will meet in Brussels on 26 June to seek agreement before the European Parliament reviews the package this year.