Germany’s Struggle for Energy Efficiency: Policy Instruments after the National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency (NAPE)

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 216-221
Author(s):  
Matthias Weyland ◽  
Sibyl D. Steuwer
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
National Action Plan ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policy

scholarly journals Latvia’s Energy Efficiency Policy for the Manufacturing Industry in the Green Deal Transition

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Kristaps Ločmelis
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Intensity ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policy ◽  
Climate Targets ◽  
Audit Data ◽  
Industrial Energy ◽  
Future Policy ◽  
Climate Neutrality ◽  
The Impact

By 2030, the European Union (EU) must ensure a 32.5 % reduction in energy consumption compared to the 2007 baseline scenario projection. In Latvia in the period from 2021 to 2030 the cumulative energy efficiency savings of at least 73.7 PJ or 20.5 TWh are expected to be achieved, with the largest share of energy savings coming from the manufacturing sector. On December 11, 2019 the European Commission (EC) set out even more ambitious EU climate targets by publishing the European Green Deal, aiming at EU climate neutrality by 2050, which is not possible without the immediate and significant involvement of industry, while recognizing potential competitiveness risks with global players from countries and regions, where the level of ambition of climate targets lags behind the EU. Significantly, the European Green Deal does not offer to address the risks of industrial competitiveness through subsidies or tax rebates, but emphasizes the importance of energy efficiency policies in energy-intensive industries as one, if not the only, sustainable solution for maintaining global competitiveness. The aim of the study is to analyse Latvia’s energy efficiency and energy policy in relation to manufacturing industries, assessing the impact of existing policies on energy efficiency and reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in the transition to climate neutrality defined in the European Green Deal, and provide recommendations for future policy instruments. The analysis includes a comparison of Latvia’s industrial energy intensity with other EU countries, as well as an assessment of the technical potential of energy efficiency in key Latvian manufacturing industries using industrial energy audit data and statistical data processing methods and benchmarking them with results of similar policy studies, assessing the potential for undiscovered energy efficiency and CO2 emission reduction potential in leading industries in Latvia. The dissertation is designed as a set of publications, which combines parts of scientific publications written during doctoral studies. The introduction reflects the aims and objectives of the study, as well as a brief description of its scientific and practical significance. The first chapter examines the existing energy efficiency policy, its goals and literature review of similar policies. The second chapter provides an analysis of Latvia’s industrial sectors, their energy intensity and CO2 emission intensity. The third chapter examines the impact of support policy for energy-intensive industrial enterprises on energy efficiency measures using system dynamics modelling, as well as quantifies these support measures. In the fourth chapter, a comparative analysis of industrial energy audit data in leading industries and an assessment of the undiscovered potential of energy efficiency is performed. In the fifth chapter, the analysis of Latvia’s energy efficiency targets for industry is performed, taking into account the historical and target data of industrial energy intensity and interpreting the necessary trajectory in the context of the European Green Deal. Finally, conclusions and recommendations for future policy instruments are provided.

scholarly journals Serbian energy efficiency problems

2014 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 683-694 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dusan Gvozdenac ◽  
Miroslav Kljajic ◽  
Branka Gvozdenac-Urosevic
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Policy ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Increase Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policy ◽  
Energy Efficiency Improvement ◽  
The Eu ◽  
Made In

The aim of this paper is to analyze and explore the most suitable energy policy instruments for energy efficiency improvement in Serbia. The analysis has been carried out with a focus on energy indicators for Serbia and EU27. It encompasses a period of twenty-two years and is directed towards the consideration of amendments that need to be made in the National Energy Efficiency Policy. Despite constant attempts to improve and increase energy efficiency and to expand utilization of renewable energy sources, it seems that accomplished results are still very modest. The comparative analysis of the situation in the area of energy efficiency in Serbia and in the EU takes into consideration deficiencies in the energy policy in Serbia and proposed measures for overcoming them. The Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis method is used for analyzing the extent of key influences on success in the implementation of energy efficiency policy in Serbia and also for the interpretation of results. The analysis shows that identified energy policy instruments are such that the success in their implementation will depend on a reformed institutional approach. This method can be applied in any other country.

scholarly journals Key Factors for Successful Implementation of Energy Efficiency Policy Instruments: A Theoretical Study and the Case of Latvia

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 187-206 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reinis Aboltins ◽  
Dagnija Blumberga
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Policy Analysis ◽  
Policy Making ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Policy Instrument ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policy ◽  
Correct Sequence ◽  
Barriers To Energy Efficiency

Abstract The success of energy efficiency policy depends on a number of factors, however, simultaneous application of more than just one policy instrument, coordination of multiple different policy instruments and a correct sequence of application of policy instruments are identified in research as three key factors related directly to policy making. Energy efficiency policy instruments are about the most appropriate ways of overcoming barriers to energy efficiency. The study adopts a policy analysis approach from social sciences to illustrate the relevance of a correct policy-making process in making energy efficiency policy effective. Analysis of interaction between the modules of decision-making matrix looks at the genesis of the faulty choice of energy efficiency policies. Studies of energy efficiency policy instruments indicate that implementation of a single separate policy instrument will most likely fail to achieve the expected results of overcoming barriers to energy efficiency and simultaneous implementation or combination of several policy instruments is preferable. If more than just one separate policy instrument aiming at improving energy efficiency is employed, then coordination in between two or more policy instruments as well as correct sequence of implementation of policy instruments is essential for achieving success. Lack of or insufficient attention to a full cycle of policy analysis leads to absence of one or more of the three key factors. Decision-making about energy efficiency policy instruments becomes faulty and is based on or influenced by ad hoc decisions and random circumstances, like, for example, availability or unavailability of EU financing. Such an approach contributes to maintaining or amplifying existing or creating new barriers to energy efficiency and leads to a new cycle of faulty decisions unless a proper process of policy analysis is applied in preparing and making decisions.

Energy Efficiency Policies in Some of the European Countries

2016 ◽  
pp. 100-131
Author(s):  
Savaş Çevik ◽  
M. Mustafa Erdoğdu ◽  
Fatma Turna
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
European Countries ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Eu Member States ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policy ◽  
Policy Measures ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policies ◽  
The Impact

This chapter deals with the instruments and policies to achieve energy efficiency in some of the European Union (EU) member states. The main aim of the study is to search for any efficient combination of policy instruments in the EU. The analysis is based on a unique database, derived out of the MURE project, related to energy efficiency policy measures in 28 EU countries and Norway. The study first describes and evaluates the main purposes and instruments of energy efficiency policies. Then, it classifies the measures applied to promote energy efficiency in sample countries by sectors and examines the impact level of different policy packages on energy efficiency.

scholarly journals ENERGY EFFICIENCY POLICY IN THE VOLGOGRAD REGION: PROGRESS AND PRIORITY GROWTH AREAS

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
pp. 77-86
Author(s):  
Людмила Юрьевна Богачкова ◽  
Надежда Юрьевна Усачева ◽  
Елена Евгеньевна Зайцева ◽  
Шамам Гарниковна Хуршудян
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Energy Saving ◽  
Financial Incentives ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Average Level ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policy ◽  
Energy Efficiency Improvement ◽  
Volgograd Region

Purpose: comparative analysis of the progress parameters of energy efficiency (EE) policy in the Volgograd region, taking into account the peculiarities of the region’s energy-economic development; identification of growth areas for energy efficiency management in the region. Discussion: evaluation of effectiveness and identification of priority growth areas for energy efficiency policy in the region can be carried out through the use of statistical methods and comparative analysis based on Rosstat (Russian State Statistics Service) data and State reports on energy saving and energy efficiency improvement in the Russian Federation. Results: the effectiveness of energy efficiency policy in the Volgograd region is characterized by the above-average level in such areas, as improving the management system; financial incentives and funding; measures of support. The sphere of technological regulation is at the below-average level. Priority areas for improving the EE policy in the Volgograd region are primarily administrative measures that do not require additional funding. These measures involve the inclusion of energy efficiency indicators in every sector development program in the region; the development of an action plan for energy saving sphere for 2018–2025; the introduction of regional requirements for energy efficiency in construction sector; drawing up an annual regional report on energy saving and energy efficiency in the region.

Supporting the National Action Plan on Nutrition

10.1596/30401 ◽  
2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jakub Kakietek ◽  
Anne Provo ◽  
Michelle Mehta ◽  
Farhana Sharmin ◽  
Meera Shekar
Keyword(s):  
Action Plan ◽  
National Action Plan

scholarly journals Towards a Circular Economy Taxation Framework: Expectations and Challenges of Implementation

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leonidas Milios
Keyword(s):  
Circular Economy ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Policy Instrument ◽  
Detailed Examination ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Material Resource ◽  
Waste Hierarchy ◽  
Tax Relief

AbstractThe transition to a circular economy is a complex process requiring wide multi-level and multi-stakeholder engagement and can be facilitated by appropriate policy interventions. Taking stock of the importance of a well-balanced policy mix that includes a variety of complementing policy instruments, the circular economy action plan of the European Union (COM(2020) 98 final) includes a section about “getting the economics right” in which it encourages the application of economic instruments. This contribution presents a comprehensive taxation framework, applied across the life cycle of products. The framework includes (1) a raw material resource tax, (2) reuse/repair tax relief, and (3) a waste hierarchy tax at the end of life of products. The research is based on a mixed method approach, using different sources to analyse the different measures in the framework. More mature concepts, such as material resource taxes, are analysed by reviewing the existing literature. The analysis of tax relief on repairs is based on interviews with stakeholders in Sweden, where this economic policy instrument has been implemented since 2017. Finally, for the waste hierarchy tax, which is a novel proposition in this contribution, macroeconomic modelling is used to analyse potential impacts of future implementation. In all cases, several implementation challenges are identified, and potential solutions are discussed according to literature and empirical sources. Further research is required both at the individual instrument and at the framework level. Each of the tax proposals needs a more detailed examination for its specificities of implementation, following the results of this study.

Control of antimicrobial resistance in Cameroon: Feasibility of implementing the National Action Plan

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elvis Tajoache Amin ◽  
Omeichu Amadeus Agwenam ◽  
Shu Divine Mamboneh ◽  
Ekukole Serge Ekome ◽  
Njumkeng Charles ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antimicrobial Resistance ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
National Action Plan
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