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Meet the Energy Efficiency Ecosystem
This infographic showcases the economic impact of the energy efficiency industrial ecosystem in the European Union.
The data highlight annual turnover, employment figures, and patent ownership, demonstrating the significant contribution that energy-efficient industries provide to the European economy.
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Water efficiency could help Europe drive decarbonisation and boost industrial competitiveness
As water scarcity becomes a bigger issue, industry must become more resilient by reducing pressure on available freshwater resources. Strong policy frameworks are required to support more efficient water usage, says Emilio Tenuta from Ecolab on Foresight Climate &...
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EED recast: EU Council adopts general approach on EED
Today, the Council of the European Union adopted its general approach on the recast of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED). This is a fundamental legislative step for the Union to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 and phase out fossil fuel...
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Open letter to EU Energy Ministers on the revision of the Energy Efficiency Directive
The European Alliance to Save Energy sent a letter addressing the EU-27 energy and climate Ministers, ahead of the Energy Council meeting on 27 June. The Russian military invasion of Ukraine has exacerbated the energy crisis and urged EU governments action to reduce...
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The water-energy nexus: an untapped resource for major energy savings
Water requires energy. When we move it, clean it, heat it and cool it—energy moves with it. These two precious resources come together seamlessly in our daily lives, but they can also jointly create significant energy savings. Unleashing the potential of the...
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EU-ASE at IEA’s 7th Global Conference on Energy Efficiency
The Danish city of Sonderborg hosted the 7th edition of the IEA’s Global Conference on Energy efficiency, one of this 2022’s most momentous days for energy efficiency. From the 7th to the 9th of June, Ministers, campaigners and business leaders from all around the...
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EU-ASE joins forces in Warsaw: Renovating the Polish building stock
The Alliance’s National Mission to Poland was a great day to discuss solutions in energy efficiency and buildings on the ground! On the 2nd of June 2022, EU-ASE President Monica Frassoni was invited by the organisation Fala Renowacji to a presentation of an in-depth...
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