The European Alliance to Save Energy welcomes the European Commission’s efforts to develop an Electrification Action Plan.
Electrification must go hand in hand with energy efficiency to deliver a cost-effective, resilient and consumer-friendly energy system. All electrification measures should integrate energy efficient solutions that reduce demand, and enhance flexibility. Implementing the Energy Efficiency First principle is essential to make the best use of existing electricity grids, avoid unnecessary infrastructure costs and ensure a stable system.
Buildings and industry offer major opportunities. Promoting energy efficiency in buildings strengthens their ability to support demand response and contribute to system flexibility. Effective implementation of the EPBD and the EED is crucial to enable efficient electrification reduce energy needs and unlock the benefits of smart, flexible technologies.
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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