Energy efficiency is the main option to reduce GHG emissions over the next decades. Indeed, the potential of energy savings is huge, and could represent a higher ROI on public spending that high feed-in tariffs for the renewable energies. Peak shaving, smart grids, rational use of energies are effective ways to manage energy costs, when the fossil fuels prices are becoming more and more volatile.

Most countries, especially in the EU, are embarking in ambitious policies and targets. Are they realistic? Will they be successful?

With this training, you will review the main policy commitments in the different sectors, learn how to assess their impacts on future energy demand and identify the best practices.

The training is intended for managers and staffs of departments that focus on sustainable development, energy efficiency, climate change, and renewables; and who work for government and other relevant agencies at the national, regional and local levels. It is also intended for managers of companies in the energy sector impacted by energy efficiency and CO2 reduction initiatives.

Session 1 - Energy & Climate Change Issues & Policies
Session 2 - Policies & energy demand impacts in Buildings
Session 3 - Policies & energy demand impacts in Industry
Session 4 - Policies & energy demand impacts in Transport