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EU-ASE co-signs Letter Calling on the EU to Set a Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Target of at least 90% by 2040
EU-ASE co-signs a letter calling on the EU to build on the recommendations of the ESABCC and the Commission’s Communication, to set a target of at least 90% net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels.
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EE Global Forum 2021: Building Back Brighter
The numerous challenges and obstacles over the past year showcase that more than ever, the time is now to prioritise energy efficiency in our recovery plans. We are excited to partner with the Alliance to Save Energy for its EE Global Forum 2021 on May 4. Every year,...
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10 Years Anniversary Testimonials: Ditte Juul Jørgensen
We are pleased to present the first of our 10 years testimonials: Ditte Juul-Jørgensen, Director General of European Commission’s DG Energy. More information about our 10th anniversary here. #EUASE10...
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High-level discussion on Spain’s recovery plan
EU-ASE and the Grupo Español para el Crecimiento Verde hosted an event on Next Generation EU and Spain On Thursday 22 April (10:00-12:15 CET) we organised, together with the Grupo Español para el Crecimiento Verde, a high-level discussion on the Spanish Recovery and...
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Recommendations to shape the decade of buildings renovations
Reducing energy demand and increasing energy efficiency in the buildings sector is a prerequisite for achieving the EU’s energy and climate objectives. This position paper calls on the European Commission to revise the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD),...
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Carbon pricing is no silver bullet to decarbonise buildings across Europe
The introduction of a carbon price in the building sector will only encourage fuel switching and risks burdening those least able to pay with the cost of decarbonisation. If implemented, it should be complemented with legislation to boost energy efficiency. by Monica...
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Technical assistance to deliver the economic and political capital of Recovery and Resilience Plans
Deploying technical assistance and building up administrative and logistical capacity is key to boost building renovation projects across Europe and pave the way for a green recovery. In a letter addressed to the European Commission’s Recovery and Resilience...
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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.
Read the full Activity Report here.