04/09 |
Today is a good day for energy efficiency
New! The European Parliament has voted overwhelmingly in favour of its legislative resolution on the recast of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, paving the way for the all-important final agreement with Council by the end of 2009. EuroACE calls on the Council to follow MEPs in prioritising this important proposal. Please download the Press Release here. |
03/09 |
MEPs in Committee vote on EPBD Recast
New! EuroACE welcomes the European Parliament's Industry, Research and Energy Committee vote on the EPBD recast on 31 March 2009. EuroACE urges all MEPs to vote in plenary session on this vital piece of legislation BEFORE the June elections. Please download the Press Release here. |
03/09 |
Common Statement on Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
EuroACE has issued a common statement with Eurima (The European Insulation Manufacturers Association) and EREC (The European Renewable Energy Council) on the recast of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). An integrated approach based on energy efficiency and renewable energy is necessary for the promotion of sustainable buildings. Please download the statement here. |
02/09 |
EuroACE-commissioned survey calls for strong push toward very low energy standards for new buildings
A second survey on very low energy buildings shows the energy and carbon savings for Member States with a trajectory towards upgrading their Building Codes to require very low energy buildings to become the default standard for new construction. The recast of the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive should be used to promote a more ambitious move towards this level of construction across Europe. Please see the survey report, accompanying press release and EurActiv interview. |
02/09 |
Sustainable Energy Week highlights importance of buildings
EuroACE participated in the 3rd annual European Sustainable Energy Week, hosted by the European Comission in Brussels from 9-13 February 2009. There was a strong focus on energy efficiency in buildings. Click above to read the highlights! |
02/09 |
Twenty Member States non-compliant on energy services legislation
The European Commission has sent Reasoned Opinions to twenty Member States for failure to communicate their transposition of the Energy Services Directive. Click above to read more… |
01/09 |
EU Parliamentary Project publishes evaluation of National Energy Efficiency Action Plans
The Energy Efficiency Watch (EEW) Project, of which EuroACE is a Key-Supporting Partner, has published the initial results of a scientific evaluation of the EU's National Energy Efficiency Action Plans (NEEAPs). Click above to read more…. |
01/09 |
EuroACE Position Paper on EPBD recast proposal
EuroACE applauds the European Commission's proposal to recast the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive and calls on the European Parliament and Council to maintain, and preferably increase, the ambition level of this proposal in order to fully reap the many benefits of high performing buildings. |
12/08 |
EuroACE Celebrates Its Tenth Anniversary!
Brussels - On Wednesday, 3 December 2008, EuroACE celebrated its tenth anniversary with over fifty colleagues, friends, and special guest, Commissioner Andris Piebalgs. |
12/08 |
Court Proceedings for Luxembourg over EPBD transposition failure
The European Commission has launched Court proceedings against Luxembourg for failure to notify adequate national implementing measures required by the Directive 2002/91/EC on the Energy Performance of Buildings. |
11/08 |
EuroACE welcomes release of ambitious EPBD recast proposal
EuroACE warmly welcomes the European Commission's proposal for a Directive on the Energy Performance of Buildings (recast) and calls for swift endorsement from the Council and the European Parliament. |
07/08 |
Internal Market scoreboard: EPBD implementation bottom of the class
The results of the European Commission's latest Internal Market Scoreboard show that the EU's Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD - 2002/91/EC) is the worst performer in terms of transposition before the deadline date. Only one other Directive shares the title of having so many Member States - 9 - miss the transposition target! |
06/08 |
Energy Efficiency: the solution to high energy prices
EuroACE joined with other leading European associations to call for greater commitment from Member States on energy efficiency in response to high energy prices. |
05/08 |
European Commission Communciation on ICT and Energy Efficiency
EuroACE welcomes the Commission’s commitment to focus on improving energy efficiency in buildings and lighting using Information and Communications Technologies. |
04/08 |
EuroACE Position Paper on the recasting of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
EuroACE presents its TOP TEN measures for inclusion in the upcoming recast of the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. |
04/08 |
National Energy Efficiency Action Plans: Commission sends reasoned opinions to two Member States
The European Commission decided on 3 April to send reasoned opinions to Greece and Latvia for failing to submit their National Energy Efficiency Action Plans as required by the Energy End-Use Efficiency and Energy Services Directive. A reasoned opinion is the final step in the legal procedure before referral to the European Court of Justice.
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04/08 |
How Low? Achieving optimal carbon savings from the UK’s existing housing stock
A new report, commissioned by WWF-UK and prepared by UK ACE, the Centre for Sustainable Energy and Dr Richard Moore, concludes that it is feasible to reduce CO2 emission levels in the UK domestic housing sector by 80% by 2050. Read the report to see what governmental policy changes are deemed necessary to ensure this happens. |
04/08 |
Somfy becomes newest member of EuroACE
EuroACE is delighted to announce that Somfy SAS has joined the association. Based in France, Somfy manufactures controls and motors for awnings, roller shutters, window coverings and projection screens in homes and buildings. For more information on the company and its products please visit www.somfy.com. |
03/08 |
Hungarian parliament approves climate change strategy
Hungary's Parliament unanimously approved a new National Climate Change Strategy for the 2008-2025 period,that focuses on energy efficiency by industry and households and on lowering greenhouse gas emissions. |
03/08 |
EuroACE-commissioned survey reveals slow progress towards very low-energy homes
EuroACE calls on the European Commission, under the review and extension of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, to establish a plan to deliver very low energy homes across Europe. The survey report and accompanying press release highlight the Directive's recast as a 'golden opportunity' to accelerate the diffusion of very low energy homes. |
03/08 |
Austria commended for progress on renewables, but needs to act on energy efficiency
Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), Nobuo Tanaka, has commended Austria for its progress on R&D and developing renewables, but highlighted the improvements that need to be made on energy efficiency and market competition. |
02/08 |
Financing woes plague EU climate technologies
Discussions between EU policymakers and energy sector stakeholders reveal sharp differences about how, and by whom, expensive CO2 capture and other 'green' technologies should be financed. EuroACE Chief Advisor Andrew Warren highlights the need for greater emphasis on demand reduction to unlock the most cost effective energy savings. |
02/08 |
European Commission reveals first assessment on emissions action plan
The first assessment on how member states should reach their action plan objectives has included phasing out estimated billing and investment in energy efficient technologies among its conclusions. A memo on this first assessment can be accessed here. |
02/08 |
European Heating Controls Alliance's views on the Energy Labelling and Energy Using Products Directives
The EHCA, in response to the consultation on the revision of the Energy Labelling Directive, have called for heating controls - being key energy efficiency 'enablers' - to be added to its scope. Furthermore, the EHCA has voiced concern over the proposed implementation of the Energy Using Products Directive, calling for a standard on heating controls, separate from that on boilers. |
02/08 |
"Rising tide pushing energy efficiency to the top of the agenda"
A feature article in Environment News Daily's latest Europe Report (No. 22) outlines the major drivers behind Europe's renewed focus on curbing energy demand. |
02/08 |
New Hungarian National Strategy on Climate Change
Hungary’s government has approved a national climate change strategy to 2025 which includes EU expectations that the country cuts its greenhouse gases to 18 per cent below 1990 levels by 2020.
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02/08 |
EuroACE position on recasting of the the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
As presented at the European Commission formal hearings, on recasting the Energy Performance of Buildings directive, Brussels, January 31 2008. |
02/08 |
Profile of Andrew Warren and EuroACE in ENDS Europe Report 21
ENDS Europe Report 21, released in January 2008, includes a profile on EuroACE Chief Advisor Andrew Warren. |
01/08 |
European Parliament adopts report on energy efficiency implementation progress
Statement by EuroACE President Rick Wilberforce, congratulating the European Parliament and rapporteur Fiona Hall MEP on adopting report on Europe's implementation of its Action Plan on Energy Efficiency. |
01/08 |
New EU Affairs Manager and President
Amanda Afifi joins EuroACE in the newly-created position of EU Affairs Manager whilst Rick Wilberforce of Pilkington Group Ltd. has been appointed the new President of EuroACE. Read more |
