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"Madam President, it is difficult. I thank Mr Ransdorf for his very kind words, but I think it is wrong to accuse somebody – industry, lobby or not – because industry provides jobs and creates growth. Industry is also looking for more energy-efficient appliances to produce and place on the market. At the same time, ‘A to G’ is well known to consumers. There is a strong need to consolidate the experience of ‘A to G’ and involve industry, not by force, but by really involving them. That is what the Commission is trying to do.
In this debate there have been two elements that have been rather, perhaps, confusing. One is the framework directive, and Mrs Podimata’s report is exactly about this. I know that at second reading there will be a lot of work between the Council, Parliament and the Commission to find the right balance between these two elements: industry’s drive and the positive experience we have with this energy label.
The second was about the eco-design measure for fridges and TV sets. It is not a perfect solution, but at least it is a solution that brings these two products into the labelling scheme, because today we do not have any labelling on TVs, while the situation concerning fridges is confusing: every fridge is in a category. We have therefore proposed and agreed to this measure as a temporary measure until we have framework directives that establish clear rules. It is not because we have been bound by industry, but it was the best way to consolidate both approaches.
It is not that we are seeking enemies: we are trying to consolidate the positive experience but also bringing in industry. Industry is not fighting it, but should, I think, accept stronger consumer views sometimes and really see the benefits of this.
The report does not at this stage give a complete solution. There are differences of opinion, but we are on the way, and, as always, the most complicated legislation is adopted in compromises and consensus. We will need to continue to work, but not to label somebody that is fighting against energy efficiency, because labelling is the easiest way to bring about our goals for energy efficiency. People make informed choices about their appliances in a way that corresponds to the global society’s interest. This is the best way, and we should promote it.
I would be sorry if we ended on a sad note by saying we are on the brink of some catastrophe: no, we are working together. We would all like to achieve the same result, but at this stage we have not yet found the compromise that suits and brings all the potential together to resolve this issue.
Thank you for the debate. I know there have been different opinions, but the Commission is committed to working further to find a speedy solution at second reading."@en1
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