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Back to school with our attention on energy efficiency
“As we approach the autumn season, Europe stands on the brink of a decisive momentvwith the negotiations on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive gaining speed. Amidst this backdrop, Europe’s commitment to putting energy efficiency first is paramount,” says Luigi Petito of the European Alliance to Save Energy (EU-ASE) in...
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French multinational corporation SAINT-GOBAIN joins the European Alliance to Save Energy
BRUSSELS – The European Alliance to Save Energy (EU-ASE) announced today that the French group SAINT-GOBAIN has joined the ten current industrial members of the Alliance. “We welcome SAINT-GOBAIN, and we look forward to working with them” said Harry Verhaar,...
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How can Energy Union governance help put efficiency first?
Energy efficiency markets are driven by legislation. This is why a strong energy efficiency directive supported by a robust governance mechanism are key to delivering the multiple benefits of energy efficiency, argue Monica Frassoni and Harry Verhaar. Monica Frassoni...
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Maxi-pacchetto energia Ue, Legambiente: «Persa importante occasione. Proposte inadeguate»
Coalizione di imprese Eu-Ase: non sarà sufficiente a spingere l’Ue oltre il business as usual La Commissione europea ha adottato il pacchetto “energia pulita per tutti gli europei” che include 8 proposte legislative con le quali si intende riformare la politica...
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Statement by the EU-ASE Board of Directors on the occasion of the presentation of the “Clean Energy for All Europeans” package
BRUSSELS – The European Commission’s package is the first step to support the EU energy transition towards a carbon-neutral society early mid 21st century. We welcome the proposed EU binding target for energy efficiency: it will give a clear market signal to the...
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French and German companies call for an ambitious revision of EU energy efficiency legislation
BRUSSELS – Senior business representatives from leading French and German companies gathered today to discuss their strategic priorities in the upcoming Energy Efficiency package that the European Commission is expected to present on 30 November. The proposal...
read moreEnergy efficiency in the “Clean Energy for All” package: an economic opportunity, a societal imperative, a political commitment
To the kind attention of Jean-Claude Juncker, President of the European Commission Cc: College of Commissioners Brussels, 24 November 2016 Dear President, The business community has high expectations on the ambition of the forthcoming “Clean Energy for All” package....
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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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