The European Alliance to Save Energy (EU-ASE) Calls for a Socially Fair and Green Climate Transition in the EU Strategic Agenda
EU-ASE, in collaboration with a diverse coalition of civil society organizations, businesses, cities, and regional authorities, has taken a step toward advocating for a socially fair and sustainable future. Together, we have signed an open letter addressed to EU leaders, urging them to prioritize a socially just and green climate transition in the upcoming Strategic Agenda.
This letter lays out a comprehensive set of recommendations aimed at ensuring the well-being of all Europeans while advancing the EU’s economic competitiveness, energy security, and global leadership. It underscores the urgent need to make energy efficiency and the phase-out of fossil fuels central pillars of the EU’s strategy to achieve net-zero emissions.
Key proposals in the letter include:
- Accelerating the implementation of energy efficiency measures across all sectors.
- Prioritizing investments in clean and renewable energy technologies.
- Ensuring a socially fair transition that leaves no one behind, with targeted support for vulnerable communities and regions.
- Strengthening the EU’s leadership role in international climate action, setting an example for other nations to follow.
As the EU prepares to shape its Strategic Agenda, this letter serves as a critical reminder of the importance of aligning policy decisions with the pressing needs of the climate crisis and societal well-being. We call on EU leaders to act boldly and decisively, making energy efficiency and sustainability the foundation of Europe’s future.
Read the full letter and explore its recommendations here.