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This book was originally published by Claeys and Casteels, now formally part of Edward Elgar Publishing. Competition policy continues to evolve rapidly in the energy sector, in line with the speed of change in energy markets. As markets decarbonise, new competition challenges develop, as'traditional'hydrocarbons industries contract and renewables ones explode. Markets are changing, and competition policy with it. The new, 5th, edition reflects these changes.

This book was originally published by Claeys and Casteels, now formally part of Edward Elgar Publishing. This volume, introduced by EU Energy Commissioner Miguel Arias CAÑETE, brings together commentary and analysis by some of the leading Commission officials, lawyers and industry figures on all of these issues, offering a comprehensive overview of the challenges faced by the EU, its response, and the future direction of EU gas policy.

The new edition of this highly acclaimed book gives a comprehensive update and analysis of European law as it affects competition in EU energy markets. It incorporates the numerous changes since the 2011 edition, including an entirely reworked section on anti-competitive agreements and practices, an update of all new merger decisions, as well as abuse of dominance. Furthermore, the book offers a detailed update and explanation of the major developments on state aid, with the publication of new Guidelines applicable inter alia to renewable energy support schemes, introducing major reform and key decisions, such as the one on the UK Hinkley Point nuclear reactor. [Subject: EU Law, Energy Law, Competition Law]