Prosumer Energy Development in Renewable Energy Market

This paper is a research article that examines the prosumer energy market, focusing on the legislative changes that define a prosumer. It discusses how these definitions influence the development of the prosumer energy market and the broader renewable energy sector. The article outlines the importance of renewable energy in achieving environmental protection goals and meeting European Union (EU) energy policy objectives. It details the EU's regulatory framework, including the RED II directive, which promotes the use of renewable energy and sets binding targets for member states. The article emphasizes the role of prosumers in generating renewable energy for personal use and highlights the need for a supportive legal environment that allows for the generation, storage, and sale of renewable energy without excessive burdens. Additionally, it addresses the inequalities faced by residents of multi-apartment buildings compared to those in single-family homes regarding prosumer energy initiatives. The analysis underscores the significance of prosumer energy in transforming the energy system and achieving climate goals.