ALTENER II: multiannual programme for the promotion of renewable energy sources

The Commission felt that there was general agreement on the operational details of the programme, which have remained as Parliament had recommended. However, it was disappointed with the modest financial reference amount (ECU 22 million) for which provision was made in the common position, although this was offset by the fact that the amount was indicative and the fact that the decision would only apply pending the entry into force of the framework programme for the energy sector currently being examined by the European Parliament and the Council.�