EFIEES - European Federation of Intelligent Energy Efficiency Services

📰 EFIEES' weekly news from the EU bubble! Our team has selected the most relevant news related to EFIEES' activities from the past week, to keep you informed about developments within the EU Bubble. Here are the highlights of the week: 🌟 The European Parliament's plenary sessions from 25-28 November, particularly on Wednesday 27th, featured discussions on rising energy prices and efforts to combat energy poverty. 🌟 Note by the Hungarian Presidency reveals that negotiations on energy taxation will extend into 2025 due to key disputes. 🌟 A study by the Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) emphasises the crucial role of energy efficiency in supporting EU electrification and decarbonisation efforts. 🌟 The European Parliament has approved the "von der Leyen II" Commission with 370 votes in favour.

🔋 EFIEES advocates for a more resilient EU energy security architecture! 💡   As energy crises and geopolitical tensions reshape our landscape, it’s crucial to rethink how the EU secures its energy future. At EFIEES, we believe the focus must shift from just supply-side measures to a comprehensive strategy that also includes demand-side solutions and energy efficiency. Demand-side solutions are pivotal to use less energy over time, while efficient district heating & cooling networks contribute to a more resilient and integrated EU energy system 🔌   By optimising existing infrastructure like efficient district heating & cooling (EDHC) and using local resources, including renewable energy and waste heat recovery, we can reduce energy imports, enhance flexibility, and ensure a more robust and sustainable energy system for all Europeans. 🌍   Energy management and demand-side solutions should become a key pillar of EU energy security, alongside supply-side measures to decarbonise and diversify energy sources. After all, the energy we don’t use is the safest and cleanest.🔌   Read more about our position and why demand-side measures are key to securing Europe’s energy future: https://shorturl.at/Fu5Z2   #EnergySecurity #EnergyEfficiency #SustainableEnergy #GreenTransition z

🚨 Breaking News: The European Parliament has given its approval to the von der Leyen II Commission!   With a backing of 370 votes, the new Commission is set to lead the European Union into a new chapter of policymaking, notably focusing on: - Boosting EU’s competitiveness and clean transition - Advancing EU energy security - Fostering prosperity and industrial growth - Delivering the Fit for 55 package EFIEES stands ready and is looking forward to working with this new Commission during the next five years to move towards a more competitive, more sustainable, and more energy efficient Europe. 🇪🇺 👉 Read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eN2PpkA6   #EUPolitics #EuropeanCommission

🔍 Learn more about EFIEES members’ projects   We are proud to present an example of energy efficiency actions on public buildings, designed and implemented in the Centre-Val de Loire region, France, by ENGIE Solutions. 🇫🇷   📍 Project Overview: Reduction of energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions over time in 62 high schools and 1 cultural centre (1.1M m²). This 17-year Public Procurement Contract involves comprehensive retrofitting and operational measures with an investment of €27M (not financed by ENGIE Solutions).   💼 Key Actions: • Thermal insulation of buildings • Renovation of boiler rooms and controlled mechanical ventilation (CMV) systems • Installation of thermostatic valves and rooftop photovoltaic panels • Multi-technical operation and maintenance • Raising awareness among 45,000 students and 5,000 teachers/administrative staff about energy and environmental issues   💡 Results: • 30% energy savings over 17 years • 35% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions over 17 years This project demonstrates the leading role of EFIEES members in contributing to the EU's climate goals through contractual engagement on CO2 and energy savings over time. In our upcoming posts, we’ll showcase more energy management solutions, including projects in schools, hospitals, sports facilities, housing, district heating, grids, and implementing energy efficiency in industry. #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #PublicBuildings #RenewableEnergy #ESCOs

📰 EFIEES' weekly news from the EU bubble! Our team has selected the most relevant news related to EFIEES' activities from the past week, to keep you informed about developments within the EU Bubble. Here are the highlights of the week: 🌟 The Clean Energy Technology Observatory (CETO) of Commisison’s Joint-Research Center (JRC, EU Science, Research and Innovation) releases a series of reports covering innovative EU clean energy technologies notably including studies on geothermal energy, bioenergy and heat pumps. 🌟 The European Commission's 2024 Carbon Market Report highlights a 16.5% reduction in emissions from stationary installations driven by the power sector in 2023. 🌟 EPP, S&D, and Renew agree to cooperate for the next five years, enabling the approval of Italy's far-right nominee, Raffaele Fitto, and S&D Spanish nominee Teresa Ribera. 🌟 For the first time since 1999 no Commissioner-designate has been rejected by the Parliament, allowing for a Plenary vote on November 27 and keeping President Ursula von der Leyen’s second Commission on track to start on December 1.

White smoke in the European Parliament! 🇪🇺   After a week of intense negotiations, an agreement between the EPP, S&D, and Renew has secured the confirmation of the six Executive Vice Presidents of the European Commission. Among them:   🔹 Teresa Ribera: VP for a "Clean, Just, and Competitive Transition" 🔹 Stéphane Séjourné: VP for Prosperity and Industrial Strategy The Socialist Teresa Ribera received support from a two-thirds majority of political groups, including the ECR, after extended debates. ✅ The plenary vote for the full College of Commissioners will take place on November 27 in Strasbourg, aiming at the official start of the new Commission on 1st December.   #EUCommission #TeresaRibera #StéphaneSéjourné  

📅 On November 14th, we had the pleasure of hosting our members meeting in Brussels. The meeting featured policy updates, including a roundtable discussion on the implementation of the #FitFor55 package. EFIEES’ team also reported on the kick-off meeting of the #OpenBEP4EU project. Last but not least, we were glad to welcome Stefano Lambertucci from DG REGIO as a guest speaker, who shared valuable insights on financing opportunities for energy efficiency projects and discussed with EFIEES’ members the role of ESCOs as a multiplier of resource within the framework of the Cohesion Policy.   A big thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the rich discussions!   FEDENE, Bérengère Lanneau, Monika Foussereau, Lorraine Devouton, Denis Bonvillain, Francisco Silvério Marques, Pascal Guillaume, Tomasz Surma, Olejníková Martina, Wim Vermeire, Paola Fazio, ASSOESCo Associazione delle Energy Service Company

📰 EFIEES' weekly news from the EU bubble! Our team has selected the most relevant news related to EFIEES' activities from the past week, to keep you informed about developments within the EU Bubble. Here are the highlights of the week: 🌟 Teresa Ribera and Stéphane Séjourné’s hearings take place in the European Parliament, but confirmation is pending. 🌟 The EU is calling for a comprehensive heating and cooling decarbonisation strategy alongside the geothermal action plan. 🌟 The European Parliament adopts its COP29 position, excluding the 2040 climate target and mentioning low-carbon energies. 🌟 The EU takes legal action against 13 countries for failing to submit updated National Energy and Climate Plans. 🌟 The Energy Taxation Directive revision will be discussed on November 27, with final proposals set for December 10. 🌟The 18th European Strategic Energy Technology Plan conference takes place in Budapest, Hungary. #SETPlan #COP29

EFIEES joined the event “Combining decarbonization & competitiveness: Decarbonizing Buildings and Boosting Demand for Heat Pumps in Europe”, co-organised by Seán Kelly MEP (EPP) and EHI - Association of the European Heating Industry. An opportunity to discuss sustainable solutions for decarbonisation of heating and cooling sector and boosting heat pump demand! 📈   This topic will be of utmost importance in the coming years, to reach EU 2030 and 2040 targets. We were notably happy to hear about the importance of district-heating and cooling for large-scale decarbonisation and a reminder from MEP Sean Kelly that political stability is and will be very important for citizens and industries.

🇪🇺 During his hearing, Stéphane Séjourné, Executive Vice-President-designate for Prosperity and Industrial Strategy, underscored that Europe must simultaneously decarbonise and reindustrialise to maintain its leadership in the global market.   He also provided insights into the much-anticipated Clean Industrial Deal; a key initiative promised for the first 100 days of the new Commission. This plan aims to drive forward Europe’s green and industrial transitions, ensuring that economic growth aligns with sustainability goals. By linking competitiveness and decarbonisation, Séjourné highlighted the need for a strategy that empowers European industries to innovate while addressing environmental challenges. 🌍 His formal appointment to the role remains subject to final approval by the European Parliament, expected in the coming weeks.   #EU #IndustrialStrategy #GreenTransition #CleanIndustrialDeal #GlobalCompetitiveness