The report also considers that a reallocation of subsidies, for example more subsidies for small-scale hydroelectric power, as well as for wind power and solar energy, would promote the use of new technologies and improve Europe's competitive position in the world, as well as reducing dependence on fossil fuels imported from other parts of the world.
Richard SEEBER (PPE/DE, AT) Ieteikums: Plūdu izvērtēšana un pārvaldība A6–0064/2007 Procedūra: koplēmums, direktīvas otrais lasījums Debates: 24.04.2007.