MEDREG - Mediterranean Energy Regulators

On 11-13 January 2025, MEDREG participated in the 15th session of International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly. This year’s theme focused on energy security, socio-economic development and financing options.   MEDREG President Branislav Prelevic participated in the roundtable session ‘Energy Transitions across the Mediterranean: Enabling Infrastructure for a Sustainable Future’. With its vast solar and wind resources, strategic location, and immense potential for #greenhydrogen, the #Mediterranean region has everything it needs to lead the world in a cleaner energy transition. As energy demands evolve and climate change requires urgent action, the Mediterranean stands as an energy powerhouse, ready to meet its own growing needs while supplying clean power to Europe and beyond.   Mr. Prelevic contributed his perspective on the need for regulatory harmonisation of electricity, hydrogen, or derivatives to facilitate international trade. He provided an overview of the challenges the different types of commodities face and the way forward until 2030 to ensure regulatory alignment, infrastructure investment, market development, and political cooperation to unlock the potential of international trade in electricity, hydrogen, and their derivatives.   In the margin of the General Assembly, President Prelević and the Secretariat have met with partner organisations, namely Med-TSO, Organisation Méditerranéenne de l'Energie et du Climat, Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE) and MEDENER to coordinate and organise upcoming joint activities.  

🌟 As we step into 2024, we're proud to mark the third year of our EU grant contract and the final phase of our ambitious programme for 2023-2025! Before we dive into the opportunities ahead, let's take a moment to celebrate the progress made over the past two years. 🚀 Our latest institutional brochure, “Shaping Convergent Energy Regulations in the Mediterranean Region - MEDREG’s Action from 2023–2024,” highlights the strides we've taken to promote market integration, drive the clean energy transition, and strengthen regulatory capacity across the Mediterranean region. Take a look and explore how MEDREG is shaping the future of energy! 🌍⚡

Last but not least, meet today the new chairmanship for the Natural Gas Working Group (GAS WG)! ♨️ ✔️ Mr. Mohamed Abdelaziz from Gas Regulatory Authority, Egypt – Chair ✔️ Dr. Bagdagul KAYA CANER, LL.M from Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EMRA) -  Vice-Chair ✔️ Ms. Nuria Alonso Borrego from CNMC (Comisión Nacional de los Mercados y la Competencia) -  Vice-Chair The GAS WG aims to create an integrated gas market by developing a unified framework and infrastructure plans for MEDREG countries. It seeks to boost the security of supply through the diversification of gas sources while also supporting the development of liquid gas markets. Additionally, the working group aims to foster regional cooperation by building a collaborative network among Mediterranean gas infrastructure operators. More information is available here 👉 https://shorturl.at/atOBW

We’re delighted to unveil the leadership team for the RES WG for the 2024-2026 mandate — the fourth working group we're presenting this week! 🔋 🔹 Mr. Pedro Verdelho from ERSE  – Chair 🔹 Ms. Chafika Behloul from CREG لجنة ضبط الكهرباء والغاز  – Vice-Chair 🔹 Ms. Noura Hajri from ANRE - The Moroccan Electricity Regulatory Authority – Vice-Chair This dynamic team will lead efforts to promote renewable electricity generation, energy efficiency and RES deployment in the Mediterranean area, with attention to off-grid solutions and independent power producers. For more details on the Working Group’s initiatives, visit our website 🔗 https://shorturl.at/HfCvb

New day, new Working Group! Today we are thrilled to introduce the Chair and Vice-Chairs of the Electricity Working Group (ELE WG). 💡   Mr. Benoit Esnault from CRE - Commission de régulation de l'énergie was re-appointed as Chair of the group, and he will be supported in his duties by two Vice-Chairs: Ms. Salma Osman from EgyptERA and Mr. Yahya Mrabti from ANRE - The Moroccan Electricity Regulatory Authority.   The ELE WG is in charge of assessing the current status of electricity markets and regulatory frameworks in MEDREG countries and their possible developments. Through a bottom-up approach, the Group will continue identifying the specific needs and priorities expressed by the Members, particularly the Southern ones, and proposing ad hoc solutions that could lead to the compatibility of electricity regulation in the MEDREG region. More information is available here: https://shorturl.at/rDRD3

🧑🧑🧒🧒 Introducing the Consumer Working Group chairs! 🧾 We are pleased to introduce the Consumer Working Group (CUS WG) Chair and Vice-Chairs for the mandate 2024-2026: 🔹 Ms. Erjola Sadushi from ERE Albania - Enti Rregullator i Energjisë për Shqipërinë – Chair 🔹 Ms. Gordana Tripic from State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SERC) - Vice-Chair 🔹 Ms. EVANGELIA FRAGKOUDAKI from Regulatory Authority for Energy, Waste and Water – Vice-Chair The CUS WG will tackle the most pressing issues around establishing an integrated consumer protection framework in the Mediterranean energy sector enhancing the protection of household consumers in the MEDREG countries. Check our website for more information on the WG and its initiatives 🔗 https://shorturl.at/v2LBe

📝 Introducing our Working Groups Chairs! 🤝 Following the elections held during our 38th General Assembly meeting, we are thrilled to introduce to our community the Chairs and Vice-Chairs of MEDREG's five Working Groups.   We are starting today with the Institutional Working Group (INS WG), which will be led by Ms. Maria Teresa Galante from ARERA - Autorità di Regolazione per Energia Reti e Ambiente, whose work will supported by Vice-Chairs Mr. Andre Buttigieg from the Regulator for Energy and Water Services and Mr. Mustafa Yavuzdemir, MBA, MPA Yavuzdemir from the Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EMRA).   The INS Working group aims to enhance coordination and cooperation among MEDREG members through the sharing of energy regulators’ competencies and knowledge. It is also responsible for holding the dialogue on energy regulation with the European Commission, international institutions and regional organisations. For more information on the WG and its initiatives 🔗 https://shorturl.at/wk6jG 👉Stay tuned as we spotlight the work of our Working Group and follow us for more updates!

 📚⚡MEDREG Wraps Up its Training on Regulatory Roles in Investment and Monitoring As the energy sector undergoes rapid transformation driven by the need for sustainable development, economic growth, and technological innovation, regulators are increasingly tasked with ensuring that investments align with both national priorities and international standards. This is why during the last two days, we hosted a training event in Milan, bringing together energy regulators from across the Mediterranean to tackle the challenges of climate change, regional conflicts, and the evolving energy landscape. 💡 🎯 What Was on the Agenda? ✅ Exploring the role of regulators in investment approvals. ✅ Mastering risk assessments, stakeholder engagement, and compliance monitoring. ✅ Harnessing advanced tech tools for transparent and effective oversight. Participants gained valuable insights into aligning investments with sustainable development goals, energy security, and economic growth, fostering collaboration across borders. 💬 Thank you to all the speakers and participants for making this event a success! #MEDREG #EnergyRegulation #Sustainability #MediterraneanEnergy

🇪🇺Today, MEDREG members convened in Brussels for their 38th General Assembly meeting. Among the core insights of the meeting:   💡Election of MEDREG President and Vice-Presidents for 2024-2026 mandate: Mr.Branislav Prelevic was elected as the new President, while Mr. Rachid Nadil and Mr. Mohammed Maayah, became the new Vice-Presidents, collaborating with Permanent Vice-President Mr. Stefano Besseghini. Congratulations to our new Presidency Board!   📁Election of MEDREG Working Groups Chairs and Vice-Chairs.   📘Approval of the reports prepared by the WGs: among them, the Mediterranean Electricity Markets Observatory, providing an overview of the energy markets evolution in MEDREG countries, which, together with MEDREG’s Mediterranean Regulatory Outlook, constitutes a precious source of information for energy policymakers, investors and wider stakeholders in the region.

🌍 Shaping the future of energy in the Mediterranean! 🌊 🌿 Today in Brussels, MEDREG hosted the high-level workshop "Shaping the Euro-Mediterranean Energy Market: Progress and Prospects." As the Mediterranean becomes a cornerstone for European energy security and the global energy transition, this gathering showcased innovative milestones and strategic priorities for the region. 🔑 Highlights from the event: Collaboration at the core: Building bridges across borders and fostering a sustainable and innovative energy future for the Mediterranean is at the centre of MEDREG activity. Regulatory Progress: MEDREG's peer-to-peer cooperation and technical guidance has allowed member countries to reach transformative reforms. Clean Energy Vision: Panels explored green hydrogen potential, clean technologies, and the need for enhanced energy infrastructure, with insights from leading institutions. MEDREG’s roadmap is clear: advancing green hydrogen, modernising grids, and strengthening regional energy trade to build a unified Mediterranean energy market. 💬 What’s your take on the role of regional cooperation in driving the energy transition? Gas Regulatory Authority, Egypt @AHR هيئة تنظيم قطاع الطاقة والمعادن-EMRC ANRE - The Moroccan Electricity Regulatory Authority European Commission ARERA - Autorità di Regolazione per Energia Reti e Ambiente East Mediterranean Gas Forum - EMGF Edison Masen #EnergyTransition #MEDREG #MediterraneanEnergy #GreenHydrogen #SustainableFuture #EnergyInnovation