‘Clean Energy for All’ is best delivered by energy renovation of buildings

On 30 November 2016, the European Commission unveiled its Winter Package, ‘Clean Energy for all Europeans’, including proposals for reviewing the Energy Efficiency Directive and the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. EuroACE welcomed them as an opportunity to make the regulatory framework fit for accelerating investments in energy renovation.

“We welcome the inclusion by the European Commission of a long-term vision until 2050 for the building stock in the EU. However, we believe this vision should be further refined and given more detail in order to bring clarity for the sector, both industries and investors, who are ready to deliver,” said Alix Chambris, President of EuroACE.

“With a 30% binding energy efficiency target for 2030, the European Commission takes a small step in the right direction as it merely ensures continuing the business as usual scenario, missing a once-in-a-decade opportunity to boost the energy efficiency market,” said Adrian Joyce, Secretary General of EuroACE. Industry recognises that the cost-effective potential lies at 40% by 2030.