New Energy Efficiency Directive sets out steps towards a greener future
date: 30/10/2023
In September, the Official Journal of the EU published the new Energy Efficiency Directive (EED), marking a significant step towards a greener future.
The new EED is a revision of the directive, which was first adopted in 2012 and updated in 2018. These revisions, which entered into force in October 2023, set new rules and obligations in line with EU's energy efficiency objectives.
For the first time, the EED now encourages Member States to include a lifecycle perspective when procuring public buildings – and not just that, it makes specific reference to the corresponding Level(s) indicators.
This EED reaffirms the EU's commitment to sustainability and establishes the 'energy efficiency first’ principle. In essence, this means that EU Member States must consider energy efficiency in all relevant policy decisions and major investment decisions that they take, both in the energy sector and non-energy sectors.
The key objectives of the directive include:
- an 11.7% reduction in EU energy consumption by 2030
- prioritising vulnerable customers and social housing
- more stringent building renovation obligations
- promoting local heating and cooling plans.
The EED is a crucial step towards achieving Level(s) objectives, and ultimately ensuring a more sustainable future for all! Take a look at the directive to learn more.