Why Focus on Energy?
Reasons to economise the use of energy in the EU
Three factors provide strong reasons to reduce the use of energy in the EU: - Security of Energy Supply
Today, our import dependence on external energy sources is 50%. According to current forecasts, if measures are not taken, import dependence will reach 70% in 2030, and enlargement of the EU will increase focus on this situation.
- Lack of Energy Resources
The EU has only a very limited scope to influence energy supply conditions. Consequently, it is and will be essential for the EU to intervene on energy demand mainly by promoting energy savings in buildings and in the transport sector.
- The Kyoto Protocol
Rising greenhouse gas emissions in the EU makes it difficult to meet the commitments made by the EU under the Kyoto Protocol.
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The Kyoto Protocol
The Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement to address climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The signatories to the agreement are requested to design government programs for the implementation of the climate protection goals.
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The European Climate Change Programme (ECCP) was launched to prepare additional policies and measures to ensure that the EU achieves the 8% cut in emissions by 2008-2012 to which it is committed under the Kyoto Protocol.
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The European Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ECEEE) is an independent, non-profit association. Its goal is to stimulate energy efficiency through information exchange and pan-European co-operation.
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