Energy Efficiency Directive: “We need to be more ambitious.”

Parliament is updating rules on energy efficiency to ensure the EU meets its objective of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The new Energy Efficiency Directive targets energy-intensive sectors such as heavy industry and data centres. It will also encourage local authorities to lead by example and ensure public buildings like schools and hospitals are properly insulated. A recent project in the Slovenian capital Ljubljana has helped show the way.