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EU-ASE at Concerted Action for the Energy Efficiency Directive (CA EED)
On Tuesday 10 October, EU-ASE President Monica Frassoni spoke at Concerted Action for the Energy Efficiency Directive (CA EED), motivating implementing bodies in their efforts to put in place robust policies & measures in order to deliver on the energy efficiency targets. To support discussion on the implementation of the directive, EU-ASE...
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Businesses welcome new EIB Energy Lending Policy
“We think that the postponement of one year of the phasing out of investments in fossil fuel energy projects is a long time, because the risk to lock in investments in infrastructures that are not compliant with the Paris Agreement is still there. Now it is up to...
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Support for EIB 2020 Pledge to stop fossil energy lending
Dear President,Dear Vice Presidents,Dear Members of the Board, As representatives of the investment, business and scientific communities, we believewe are facing a climate emergency with devastating consequences for the planet and livelihoodof all citizens. 2020 is a...
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Retooling Europe’s energy investments landscape to sustain growth
Brussels, 6 September 2019Dear Chairman Mr Hoyer,Subject: Retooling Europe’s energy investments landscape to sustain growth and meet future societal and environmental challenges.I am writing to you on behalf of the European Alliance to Save Energy (EU-ASE). EU-ASE is...
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EU-ASE Response to European Commission’s Targeted Consultation on EEAG
We would like to respond to the Roadmap that was released by DG Competition, namely on: 1) Targeted Consultation for the Evaluation of the Guidelines on State aid for Environmental protection and Energy 2014-2020 (EEAG)*Please describe the relevance of State aid rules...
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EU-ASE, key player at the European Sustainable Energy Week 2019
Held from 18-20 June, EUSEW19 brought together climate and energy experts for an unparalleled policy conference, bringing the energy transition debate to the table once again.Selected by the European Commission and EASME as Strategic Partner for this year’s edition,...
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EU Council fails to adopt commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050
“The future ahead of us is a transition towards a climate neutral economy. Yesterday, the European Council missed the opportunity to sign off an EU climate neutrality commitment by 2050 despite a large majority of 24 Member States now backing net-zero emissions...
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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.