Workshop 'Energy efficiency first': easier said than done?

As stated in a recently proposed directive (COM(2016) 761 final), “Energy efficiency first” is a key element of the Energy Union. The most recent Commission proposals include a 30% binding energy efficiency target for 2030. Reaching this ambitious target in a cost effective manner, without economic distortions and while promoting competitiveness and growth, requires well-considered policies.

One of the most notable policy options contained in the energy efficiency framework is that Member States must ensure that energy suppliers and distributors increase their energy savings by 1.5% per year, implemented via dedicated energy efficiency obligation schemes and alternative measures. However, recent experience in some Member States raises the question of how to efficiently implement a system of energy efficiency obligations, but also of whether alternative and more efficient measures exist.

Given the strong interest and the considerable resources currently being channeled to this area, CERRE will hold an expert workshop on that important topic. The wide range of available policy measures will be considered at that occasion. Their efficacy will be assessed and discussed in light both of theoretical considerations and practical experience.

Meet us there

Rod Janssen, president of EEIP, will act as a panelist

Cerre event website
http://www.cerre.eu/events/energy-efficiency-first-easier-said-done