MICAT – Multiple Impacts CAlculation Tool

🎄 For the last post of the season, the SEED MICAT team would like to wish all of you a wonderful Christmas season and ending of 2024, and a great start for 2025. 🎄 In order to do so, we have thought of a little poem which explains (in terms of multiple impacts, of course) what would happen if the Grinch had achieved his mission and managed to turn off all the Christmas lights in Europe.    Maybe it would not be so bad, after all?? 😊     Have a wonderful Christmas and happy new year.   The SEED MICAT team ✨✨✨ In a universe parallel to ours,  With the same bees and flowers,  The same people in each town,  Virtually no difference but one,  No matter where in Europe you would visit,  Nowhere to see was Christmas spirit.     Not a soul sang them jingle bells,  The air void of any magical spells,  Not a single Christmas light,  Striving to illuminate the night. (270 ktoe electricity savings)     Now that might sound quite sad,  To any simpleton and fool,  That still has not seen and read,  The results from the MICATool.     In those nights of usualness,  Void of any festive happiness,  More than a dozen Petajoules, (12.5 PJ of coal, gas, and oil avoided)  Of "unchristmassy" fossil fuels,  Never left for Western Europe,  For Russia quite the wallop.     Santa was just a man with a beard,  Everyone assumed was a bit weird,  Working day shifts at Burger King’s,  No presents, only burger wrappings.  Yet, good news about his mission,  His changed job didn’t just coincide,  With more than a million,  Avoided tons of carbon dioxide. (1.05 MtCO2)     There was no Christmas flair,  In the winterly atmosphere,  But also to be more than fair,  Way fewer pollutants in the air, (0.6t SO2, 0.9t NOX, 0.05t PM2.5)  Going easy on everyone breaths,  Avoiding 17 premature deaths. (As well as 2500 avoided lost working days)     With this little Christmas story,  Uplifting and without worry,  We wish you a very happy festivity,  That those 17 aren’t in your family!  ✨✨✨ * Assumptions underlying our analysis, specifically related to electricity savings: our estimates indicate that turning off all Christmas lights in the EU could lead to potential savings of 202 kilotons of oil equivalent (ktoe) in the residential sector and 67 ktoe in the tertiary sector. These figures correspond to approximately 3.5 billion kWh of electricity consumption in the U.S., adjusted for population and accounting for a 1.5 multiplier (reflecting the heightened enthusiasm for holiday lighting of the "Christmassiness" in the average US American household).    #MICATCommunity #MICATool #ChristmasLights #EnergySaving #EnergyEfficiency

SEED MICAT invites you to an exclusive webinar: Quantifying the Impact for a Fair Energy Transition 🌱🌍 Join us for an inspiring webinar on “Quantifying the Impact: Addressing Energy Poverty Through Efficiency” to explore how innovative quantification tools are driving smarter, more effective energy efficiency policies. 📅 When: 22 January 2024 | 10:00-11:30 CET 📍 Where: Online (MS Teams) ➡ Register here: https://lnkd.in/d6kKu8s6 🔎 More about the webinar & speakers: https://lnkd.in/dESS48fz Together with RENOVERTY Project, ODYSSEE-MURE, and INHERIT, we will showcase our recent project results and present cutting-edge approaches to: 🔹 Assess the effectiveness of energy efficiency measures 🔹 Inform data-driven policymaking and resource allocation 🔹 Tackle energy poverty in understudied and rural regions As the EU works towards climate neutrality by 2050, it’s crucial to ensure that no one is left behind. Let’s come together to discuss actionable solutions for a fair, green energy transition. Then don’t miss this opportunity to connect with leading experts and policymakers shaping the future of energy efficiency! Climate Alliance | LIFE Programme | CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency | TEESlab - Technoeconomics of Energy Systems laboratory | Institute for European Energy and Climate Policy Foundation (IEECP) | Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy Florin Vondung Kristina Eisfeld Samuele Livraghi Akis Apostoliotis #EnergyEfficiency #EnergyPoverty #GreenTransition #SEEDMICAT #PolicyInnovation #energy #ClimateNeutrality #GreenEnergy

🌟 Stay Updated with SEED MICAT News! 🌟 The latest IEECP newsletters are here, packed with insights to keep you informed this winter! 📩 Catch up on updates from SEED MICAT and across our sister projects, and explore the latest in energy transitions! https://lnkd.in/gzbNiZjm 🌍 Want to stay in the loop with SEED MICAT news? You can find all the highlights and updates in IEECP’s monthly newsletter. Don’t miss out—subscribe here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eGq9M288 and join the conversation about shaping a more sustainable future!

🚀 Season 2 of our Efficiency Optimised podcast is Live! 🎧 We are excited to release the first episode of Season 2 of our Efficiency Optimised podcast—Unlocking the Full Potential of Multiple Impacts! In this episode, we explore the critical role of Multiple Benefits analysis in driving climate neutrality, an essential element in shaping sustainable energy policies. 🎙️ Join host Frederic Berger⁠, Energy Expert from Fraunhofer ISI, and Niklas Reinfandt Energy Expert and #SEEDMICAT project coordinator from Fraunhofer ISI⁠, as they share insights from the SEED MICAT project, reflecting on key lessons learned while advancing the #MICATool—a groundbreaking platform that helps estimate the multiple impacts of energy efficiency. From economic and environmental benefits to social gains, they discuss how energy efficiency can unlock systemic advantages that align with ambitious climate goals. What you’ll hear in this episode: ✅ Key takeaways from the MICAT project ✅ The evolution of the MICATool and its role in supporting policy makers across Europe ✅ How SEED MICAT is shaping the future of energy efficiency to drive impactful change. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eRKDr-f2 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/es3q33Aj Let’s continue the conversation on how energy efficiency can create a greener, more sustainable future! 🌱💡 Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Institute for European Energy and Climate Policy Foundation (IEECP) Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) ISINNOVA - Research Innovation Sustainability ENEA SEVEn, The Energy Efficiency Center Ricerca sul Sistema Energetico - RSE SpA E3-Modelling Energy-Economy-Environment LIFE Programme European Commission #EnergyEfficiency #ClimateAction #MultipleBenefits #MultipleImpacts #Podcast #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #ClimateNeutrality #MICATool #energy #EnergyPolicy #SustainableEnergy

Europe stands at a pivotal moment on its path to climate neutrality. Are we on track to meet our 2030 energy efficiency goals? 🙌 Join us for a deep dive into the 2024 European Energy Efficiency Scoreboard, a detailed analysis of where EU countries stand on their journey toward climate neutrality! In this webinar, built on the robust ODYSSEE-MURE databases, our energy expert speaker- Wolfgang Eichhammer, will highlight: ✅ The latest data on energy efficiency performance across EU countries, sector by sector. ✅ Insights into the progress made and the effectiveness of energy efficiency policies. ✅ A new Energy Efficiency Policy Assessment Tool, which highlights gaps and opportunities as we strive for 2030 targets. 📅 Date: 11 December 2024 🎤 Hosted by: Diedert Debusscher 🔗 Registration: https://lnkd.in/eYrs8Qne Whether you’re a policymaker, industry leader, or sustainability enthusiast, this session is your chance to stay informed and inspired. Learn from real-world case studies, understand where Europe stands, and discover what it will take to close the gap. 🚀 Let’s accelerate the energy transition together! Leonardo ENERGY International Copper Association Europe Enerdata Institute for European Energy and Climate Policy Foundation (IEECP) #EnergyEfficiency #EE #EuropeanEnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #ClimateNeutrality #EnergyTransition #EnergyEfficiencyPolicies #Energy #policymakers

🌍 Energy efficiency and policy innovation go hand in hand! We’re excited to share that our sister project- ENSMOV Plus, is hosting a European workshop on Energy Savings Potentials for Policymaking on 17th December at 13:00 CET. 📅 This event aligns closely with the mission of our #SEEDMICAT project, which emphasises the importance of integrating Multiple Impacts (MI) into energy efficiency policymaking. 🔗 How do ENSMOV+ and SEED MICAT connect? ENSMOV+ focuses on enhancing the implementation of energy efficiency policies, including the Energy Efficiency Directive (#EED), by providing tools and methodologies that support policymakers. SEED MICAT builds on this foundation by exploring how Multiple Impacts—such as economic, environmental, and social benefits—can guide decision-making in line with the Energy Efficiency First (EE1) principle. ✅ Together, these projects highlight the importance of evidence-based approaches to energy efficiency. While ENSMOV+ examines energy savings potentials, SEED MICAT extends the lens to include renewable energy sources and the broader implications of energy pathways toward climate neutrality. 💡 Interested in #EnergyEfficiency and its transformative role in shaping #policy? Then don't miss this chance to engage with top experts and insights from across Europe. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eiTKypkj #EnergyEfficiencyFirst #EE1 #ClimateAction #EnergyPolicy #ClimateNeutrality #Energy #EnergySaving #MultipleImpacts #MultipleBenefits #policymakers #EED #EnergyEfficiencyDirectives

✨ Halfway milestone achieved! ✨ Last week, the SEED MICAT project team gathered in Milan, Italy, for an inspiring interm project meeting. This event brought together 9 partners from 7 different European countries, underscoring the strength of international collaboration in achieving our shared goals- to support the European Union and its member states at national, regional, and local governance levels in effectively implementing the #EnergyEfficiencyFirst (#EE1) principle. The meeting was an excellent opportunity for all partners to: ✅ Present improvements in their respective tasks. ✅ Share updates on ongoing work. ✅ Strengthen teamwork and ensure close contact for the project’s duration. A huge thank you to our Italian partner- Ricerca sul Sistema Energetico - RSE SpA, for organising such a productive gathering, where the spirit of cooperation and innovation was front and center. Together, we’re driving the SEED MICAT project forward with shared commitment and ambition, paving the way for sustainable and impactful #EnergyEfficiency and #RenewableEnergy solutions across #Europe.! 🌍🚀 🙌 Stay tuned for more exciting updates and results from #SEEDMICAT! Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Institute for European Energy and Climate Policy Foundation (IEECP) Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) ISINNOVA - Research Innovation Sustainability ENEA SEVEn, The Energy Efficiency Center Ricerca sul Sistema Energetico - RSE SpA E3-Modelling Energy-Economy-Environment LIFE Programme European Commission

ODYSSEE-MURE and #SEEDMICAT are collaborating to enhance the knowledge base and assessment methodologies for evaluating the multiple impacts of energy efficiency policies and measures! We invite you to join us at our hybrid workshop: ⚡ Energy Efficiency as a Resource: Are We Using It Correctly? ⚡ This workshop will focus on how the Energy Efficiency First (EE1st) principle, a key element of the EU’s “Fit for 55” package, can shape a sustainable, secure, and affordable energy system across all sectors in Germany. Hosted by the EU LIFE projects ODYSSEE-MURE and SEED MICAT, this event will showcase: 🔹 ODYSSEE-MURE: Comprehensive databases and tools for analyzing energy efficiency indicators and policies. 🔹 SEED MICAT: Innovative solutions for quantifying the multiple impacts of energy efficiency measures. 📅 Date: 22 November 2024 🕐 Time: 8:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 👉 Registration: https://lnkd.in/eStwivhk 📍In presence: Fraunhofer ENIQ, EUREF-Campus 23-24, 10829 Berlin Or 📍Online: via Microsoft Teams Let’s explore how energy efficiency can be a powerful driver for achieving climate goals. Register now and join the discussion! We look forward to your insights and contributions! 🌍 #MultipleImpacts #Energy #EnergyEfficiency #EUpolicies #EnergyPolicies #EE #FITFOR55 #EE1st #EnergyEfficiencyFirst #EnegrySystem #AffordableEnergy #SecureEnergy #SustainableEnergy #MultipleBenefits #LIFEAmplifiers LIFE Programme CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency MICAT – Multiple Impacts CAlculation Tool

From January to March 2025, the #NECPlatform project will be offering an exclusive Peer Learning Programme (PLP) to organisations across the EU who are eager to implement the innovative Multi-Level Climate & Energy Dialogue (CED) model. If you're passionate about shaping effective climate and energy policies, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for! 🔍 What’s the PLP about? Over the course of 3 months, participating organisations will receive hands-on training from our experienced NECPlatform partners across 6 EU Member States (Bulgaria, Croatia, France, Italy, Portugal, and Romania). This interactive journey combines online sessions and an in-person workshop in Brussels, giving you practical insights and real-world examples to effectively lead national CEDs in your country. 🌟 Why Join? Climate and energy dialogues require nuanced strategies tailored to each country's context. Our PLP offers a collaborative environment where you’ll explore challenges, strategies, and best practices alongside experienced peers. You’ll come away better equipped to design, implement, and monitor climate and energy policies that are ambitious, fair, and impactful. 💡 Who Should Apply? The PLP is designed for Ministries, National Energy and Climate Agencies, and other organisations that play a key role in influencing national energy and climate plans, including networks of local authorities, energy agencies, NGOs, think tanks, etc. 🗓️ Submit your expression of interest by November 29, 2024 👉 Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/epzKtriM #Energy #ClimateAction #EnergyTransition #ClimateChange #EUClimate #MultiLevelGovernance #PolicyInnovation #CapacityBuilding #EnergEfficiency #EnergyPolicy #ClimatePolicy

Have you heard about our #MICATcommunity?💡💥 In today’s rapidly evolving #energy landscape, understanding and evaluating the multiple impacts of #EnergyEfficiency measures is critical. 🎯 That’s where the MICAT Community comes in, a dynamic platform for stakeholders across Europe to engage, collaborate, and help shape the #MICATool, a powerful resource designed to assess the broader impacts of #EnergyPolicies. Read this article ➡ https://lnkd.in/enyRVF5F and learn why you should be part of this Community!  🔎 By registering, you’ll be notified about workshops, personalised training, and tailored informationon using the MICATool to its full potential. Your input will then help us build a more impactful and functional tool for assessing the multiple benefits of energy policies. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with like-minded professionals and organisations across Europe! 🔗 Sign up today and help shape the future of energy efficiency!🌍 https://lnkd.in/eYJThPTf #Sustainability #MultipleImpacts #EnergyTransition #ClimateAction #SEEDMICAT #MultipleBenefits Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI Institute for European Energy and Climate Policy Foundation (IEECP) Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) ISINNOVA - Research Innovation Sustainability ENEA SEVEn, The Energy Efficiency Center Ricerca sul Sistema Energetico - RSE SpA E3-Modelling Energy-Economy-Environment LIFE Programme European Commission Giulia Pizzini Indriany Lionggo Anousheh Parsaei Niklas Reinfandt