Energy: multiannual programme of studies, analyses and forecasts 1998-2002 (ETAP)

In adopting the report by Mr W.G. VAN VELZEN (PPE, NL) on the ETAP (studies, analyses and forecasts in the energy sector) programme, Parliament sought to strengthen the analyses and market monitoring concerning the liberalisation of the European energy sector, particularly - as regards electricity - in the context of the internal energy market, and also concerning security of energy supplies, as the Union is increasingly dependent on third countries for them.�