The European Union (EU) Multi Annual Financial Framework (MFF) post 2020 will define the financial means to address societal, economic and environmental challenges the EU is currently facing.
The MFF is also a unique opportunity for the EU to demonstrate coherence with its long-term energy and climate policy objectives and deliver tangible benefits to European citizens.
With that in mind and in line with the EU’s Paris Agreement commitments, this paper presents the views of a cross-sectoral alliance of businesses united by the shared vision that energy efficiency, by driving growth, jobs and delivering European added value, is the key to a cost-efficient and competitive decarbonization of our economy.
In a fast-changing political and economic environment, 2025 was a year of continued efforts to strengthen security, stability, and competitiveness for European businesses.
Throughout the year, our work demonstrated that energy efficiency is not only essential to achieving climate goals, but also a key driver of innovation, energy independence and sustainable long-term growth across Europe.
Strong engagement with policymakers, combined with the successful organisation of the 4th European Energy Efficiency Day, highlighted the importance of collaboration and dialogue in advancing shared objectives. Partnerships across sectors and institutions remained central to delivering impact and shaping effective energy policies.
Looking ahead to 2026, we will intensify our efforts to secure the regulatory certainty that can accelerate the energy transition, while providing businesses with the investment confidence they need and strengthening Europe’s competitiveness.
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