The role of energy savings in the EU’s 2030 Climate and Energy Policy Framework

Energy transition

This briefing aims to provide initial views on the approach regarding energy savings, proposed by the European Commission (EC) in its 2030 framework communication and accompanying documents. More specifically, it elaborates why it is important to demonstrate real commitment for the continuation of EU energy savings policies and ensure that a proposal for an energy savings target, followed by policies and measures, will take place.

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