From 20 March to 12 June, the European Commission organised a public consultation on the energy efficiency framework post-2030. The goal is to ensure that energy efficiency can contribute to the EU’s climate target of a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
In its response, Glass for Europe (GfE) called for a robust framework emphasising that, in addition to environmental benefits, energy efficiency also strengthens the EU’s energy security and competitiveness, and improves housing affordability. Given this, it is relevant to recognise energy efficiency as a systemic resilience tool.
In line with the recent recommendations from the European Commission in the AccelerateEU communication, Glass for Europe requires that the future framework continues focusing on sector where the largest efficiency gains can be achieved, including buildings and industry.
Based on the existing legislation, Glass for Europe recommends to consider the following measures for the future framework:
- Further operationalise the Energy Efficiency First principle,
- Increase the obligation to renovate a percentage of public buildings per year
- Dedicate adequate and accessible funding to support energy efficiency measures
- Promote energy efficiency as an integral component of industrial and competitiveness policy
More detail on the recommendation can be found in the position, available here.