Court of Justice (Grand Chamber) 1 July 2014, C‑573/12 (Ålands vindkraft AB v Energimyndigheten.)

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The core legal dispute involves the interpretation of Directive 2009/28/EC concerning the establishment of a national support scheme for green electricity, specifically whether Member States can limit the award of tradable certificates to electricity produced within their own territory. The Court ruled that such a scheme is permissible under EU law, as it aligns with the objectives of promoting renewable energy, despite potential barriers to the free movement of goods under Article 34 TFEU. Additionally, it is determined that the national court must assess whether the legislation meets the principle of legal certainty, considering the broader EU legislative context.AI