With its recently-updated Energy Efficiency Directive, Europe has taken a decisive step forward in its bid to reduce energy consumption and shake off its dependence on Russian fossil fuels. But major efforts remain to be made when it comes to reducing energy use in buildings.
In this special report, Euractiv takes stock of recent efforts to boost energy savings in Europe and looks at the challenges lying ahead.
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Former MEP: Brussels must not give up on EU green buildings law
Est. 15minThe European Commission led by Ursula von der Leyen started its mandate on the good foot when it comes to energy efficiency policies. It must now think about its legacy and hold firm on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), which is coming under attack from Eurosceptics in Italy and elsewhere, says Monica Frassoni.
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‘Golden era’ lying ahead for EU’s energy efficiency industries, IEA says
Est. 4minEuropean companies are among world leaders in energy saving solutions and are ideally positioned to reap the benefits of climate action, but they feel ignored by Brussels, which left aside the EU’s multi-billion energy efficiency sector in its recent Net-Zero Industry Act.
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Building Investor Certainty: Business Leaders Unite in Urgent Call for an Ambitious Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
Est. 4minBusiness and civil society organization leaders urge the co-legislators to prioritize adopting the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) for energy security, climate goals, and industrial competitiveness. They call for swift action.