Efficient EU policy for efficient EU industry
Energy and its central role in ferro-alloys production Ferro-alloys and silicon production is highly energy-intensive. Energy cost is one of the main competitive factors for the industry and thus…
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How Energy Efficiency meets the EU Climate and Energy Goals The JRC report (download link above) provides scientific evidence to support the “Efficiency First” principle considered by the Energy Union…
Read Full articleInfluencing the European Green Deal and industrial strategy: Leaders and laggards among small EU states
Towards the end of its six-month EU presidency, in late December 2019, Finland offered the same free gift to all EU member states it had already given to folk at home: a basic online course in…
Read Full articleAll eyes on China’s 13th Five-Year Plan for energy
China’s 13th Five-Year Plan for energy (Energy 13FYP) might be one of the most anticipated official documents in the world and is one that will have far-reaching impacts on the carbon trajectory of…
Read Full article“Simply not enough”
Current efforts in the industrial sector are simply not enough in light of both the drastic climatic changes ahead and vast efficiency potentials sitting around barely touched. All essential…
Read Full articleEurope's Energy Transition: Leading the Charge, Overcoming the Hurdles
Europe’s Leadership in Renewable Energy Europe has emerged as a global leader in renewable energy, setting ambitious goals and making significant strides toward decarbonization. The European Union…
Read Full articleRaising the priority for industrial energy efficiency
Energy efficiency policy certainly follows an interesting path, perhaps more so for the industrial sector. Europe has been experimenting with how to unlock the potential of industry so that all…
Read Full articleThe Great EENOVA Adventure: Benny the Baker's Wacky Quest for Energy-Smart Snacks!
Once upon a time in the bustling land of Foodville, there was a grand project called EENOVA. But this wasn't your typical boring project with spreadsheets and dull meetings. No, no! EENOVA was a…
Read Full articleMayors Leading the Charge: A Deep Dive into the Eurocities Survey
The Eurocities Pulse Mayors Survey 2024 provides a fascinating snapshot of the priorities and challenges facing European mayors. It's clear that these local leaders are not just grappling with…
Read Full articleChina is investing $13 trillion in construction. Will it pursue zero carbon buildings?
China is in the midst of a construction mega-boom. The country has the largest buildings market in the world , making up 20% of all construction investment globally. And it’s only set to grow: China…
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