European policy against energy waste”Renovate Europe” is the campaign against energy waste from buildings


European policy against energy waste”Renovate Europe” is the campaign against energy waste from buildings

Great Estate Network Dec 12, 2013 No Comments

By Cassandra Lessim

“Renovate Europe” is a energy saving campaign bringing together 31 non-governmental organizations, local authorities, trade unions, various expert groups and the voluntary sector, with the aim of reducing energy emissions by 40% by 2030 and 80% by the year 2050. This will help to change real estate redevelopment and to save 240 billion Euros per year, creating approximately 2 million jobs. To date, our buildings are responsible for 40% of our total energy consumption and 36% of carbon dioxide emissions within the European Union. It has been calculated that, in the residential sector alone, this would create a savings of 61%, and the cost of energy would be reduced by 22% by 2030. Here are nine policy points from the Report:

1. Improving the quality of life;

2. Reducing levels of air pollution and CO2 emissions;

3. Encourage wider prospects of urban regeneration;

4. Improve the prospects of SMEs;

5. Strengthening local and regional authorities’ commitment;

6. Boost economic recovery;

7. Eradicating energy poverty;

8. Enhance energy security;

9. Support the public finances of member states.

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