In order to limit climate change, a much faster decarbonisation is needed. Yet, turning to renewable energy sources is not sufficient; energy consumption must steeply decrease too, especially in developed countries. Therefore, this research aims to identify the barriers to and drivers for a degrowth pathway within energy law at European Union level. Focusing on the whole electricity chain, from production to final consumption, this research would allow pinpointing specific legal provisions that have to be expanded, amended or removed. This would facilitate future lawmakers’ action towards a carbon-neutral economy.