Achievement of a net-zero carbon economy by 2050: The strong Parliament’s energy stance
We need an ambitious clean energy package. The accelerating climate change drives us to act rapidly to reach a net-zero carbon
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Environment
Energy efficiency, a real economic and societal challenge for Europe
We are currently living in an age of transition: considerable and dangerous alterations in climate and weather leading towards increased global
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Towards a carbon-free transport sector
The transition towards zero-emission transport is both necessary and irreversible. Necessary, because transport accounts for 30% of all CO2 emissions
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Energy efficiency of buildings should help to structurally reduce fuel poverty
Climate change and energy security are among the biggest challenges of our times. Besides posing several threats in terms of environmental,
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The EU is a world leader in climate change. Europe’s energy efficiency is outstanding. Since 1990 we have reduced CO2
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Energy efficiency first – but keep the saving-targets realistic
The EU is a world leader in climate change. Europe’s energy efficiency is outstanding. Since 1990 we have reduced CO2
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Energy Efficiency First: a golden rule for a Paris agreement-compliant Energy Union
Introduction Buildings and industrial facilities use a considerable amount of energy for the purpose of heating, cooling, lighting and hot
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Why European buildings hold the key to an energy efficient Europe
With a consumption of more than 40 % of our total energy consumption in Europe, our buildings are also responsible for
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