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Energy efficiency in data centres: a strategic choice for the European Union
On 27 January, I attended the roundtable on sustainable data centres, “Reconciling growth with energy efficiency”, organised by Utopia EU. The discussion could not be more timely. Data centres are becoming one of the fastest-growing sources of electricity demand in the European Union. By 2030, they are expected to consume around 115...
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The Flexible Demand Accelerator Pledge
Together with a coalition of European business associations and civil society organisations we launch the Flexible Demand Accelerator Pledge
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Energy Efficiency First at the heart of the EU Climate Law
We urge the Danish Presidency to safeguard the ambition of the EU Climate Law by keeping explicit references to EE1st.
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Priority to Energy Efficiency!
When the drums of war beat and we have no direct role to play other than supporting those who fight for peace and freedom, it remains essential to continue doing what is right and necessary. As in the famous fable of the hummingbird who, with just a few drops of water...
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EU-ASE Calls for energy and climate stability towards 2040
2024 was a year of action for EU-ASE, strengthening the role of energy efficiency as a key driver of competitiveness, energy security and decarbonisation in Europe.
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EU-ASE at the European Forum for Manufacturing’s debate
On June 3, Luigi Petito had the pleasure of speaking at the European Forum for Manufacturing’s dinner debate on “The Role of Energy Efficiency Technologies in the EU’s Sustainable Growth”, held at the European Parliament and co-organised by Lighting Europe....
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Call to Set a Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Target of at least 90% by 2040
2024 was a year of action for EU-ASE, strengthening the role of energy efficiency as a key driver of competitiveness, energy security and decarbonisation in Europe.
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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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