We are happy to have joined more than 90 companies, industry associations and civil society organisations in calling for a stable and predictable post-2030 energy efficiency framework, starting with a binding EU energy efficiency target for 2040.

Energy efficiency is, and should remain, Europe’s first fuel. At a time of geopolitical instability, supply shocks and energy price volatility, it is also Europe’s first line of defence, strengthening energy security, reducing energy bills and supporting a more affordable and resilient clean energy transition.

We therefore join the call on the European Commission to enshrine a binding EU energy efficiency target for 2040 in Europe’s post-2030 energy framework, due to be proposed by the end of the year.

A clear and ambitious framework will provide the regulatory stability needed to sustain investment, drive energy savings and continue delivering benefits for citizens, businesses and industry across Europe.

Read the letter here.

Read the full statement here.

Today, civil society and industry leaders have joined forces to call on EU leaders to deliver a future-proof post-2030 energy framework.

As Europe faces geopolitical instability, record-high energy prices, and the urgent need to address climate change, immediate and ambitious solutions are required. A strong post-2030 framework, built on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and renewable-based electrification, offers a clear path to phase out fossil fuels and secure Europe’s energy future.

Setting binding targets for renewable energy and energy efficiency will not only reduce costs for citizens and businesses but also strengthen Europe’s security, competitiveness, and affordability.

The signatories urge EU institutions to act swiftly by setting ambitious targets and accelerating the transition to a sustainable energy system.

Read the full letter here.