EP 17-12 is part of the European Union's second-tier policies. It is focused on creating a social and educational dimension to the common European Union (EU) policy for the internal electricity market. It intends to create a single market for electricity, which includes the liberalisation of electricity transmission, distribution and supply. Additionally, it is aimed at providing all citizens with reliable, safe and affordable electricity services. EP 17-12 also works to reduce the environmental impact of electricity production and usage, as well as promote energy efficiency. Finally, it is designed to ensure fairness and stability in electricity trading, while taking all regulatory requirements into account.