Press Release: European Energy Efficiency Plan: Commission gears up for more savings with renovation and smart meters

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Series Details IP/11/271 (8.3.11)
Publication Date 08/03/2011
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The European Commission on 8 March 2011 adopted a plan for saving more energy through concrete measures. Energy efficiency is a key tool for strengthening Europe's competitiveness and reduces energy dependence, while decreasing the level of emissions.

The set of measures proposed aims at creating substantial benefits for households, businesses and public authorities: it should transform our daily lives and generate financial savings of up to €1000 per household every year. It should improve the EU's industrial competitiveness with a potential for the creation of up to 2 million jobs.

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EurActiv, 9.3.11: Experts question viability of 'timid' EU energy plan http://www.euractiv.com/energy-efficiency/experts-question-viability-timid-news-502916

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