IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol and European Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen today announced that they will co-host the IEA’s 10th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency in Brussels, Belgium, on 12-13 June 2025.

The government is to consult on a range of measures that it says will improve efficiency and save money for households buying gas boilers and heat pumps, including hybrids, and their controls.

The Government Office has urged the Ministry of Industry and Trade to focus on the Law for submission to the National Assembly for approval during the 9th session (June 2025), following a one-session legislative process.

India is a compelling example of proactive engagement in energy efficiency pointing to an encouraging reality: By working with existing technologies and a resolve to change a we can build a sustainable future.

As buildings get smarter, AI can unlock critical insights for energy efficiency.

The EBRD, in collaboration with the EU and Japan, is providing a €4 million loan to NLB Bank AD Skopje. The funds will support energy-efficiency upgrades for households, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions and improve quality of life.

The Borough Council has reached 250 ‘declarations of eligibility’ for homes in West Norfolk under the government’s ECO4 scheme.

New research from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) finds that Texas households that swap out inefficient electric resistance heaters for heat pumps would save an average of more than $300 in utility bills annually. Switching the quarter of Texas houses and apartments that rely on electric resistance heating to heat pumps would reduce peak winter electricity demand by an amount equivalent to the output of 40 new gas-fired power plants. The report calls for Texas policymakers, regulators, and utilities to encourage heat pump adoption at the time existing central air conditioners need to be replaced.

Energy efficiency is vital for global sustainability, and India is embracing it to meet rising energy demands. With scalable solutions and renewable integration, the nation is advancing toward a greener future. Delta Electronics supports this vision through innovative technologies and sustainable initiatives.

Rising energy costs and impending regulations push landlords and tenants to rethink housing strategies.

On the morning of December 3, 2024, in Da Nang, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in collaboration with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), organized a seminar on "Promoting Energy Efficiency and Conservation Market Investments in the Industrial Sector of Vietnam".

The EU’s energy-efficiency policies are viewed as robust. The next challenge is making sure they’re implemented through to the local level, says the Coalition for Energy Savings and smartEn.

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With sustainability dictating economic discourse worldwide, India’s economy faces the risk of buckling under the pressure.

Gardea Residencial in Zaragoza's Miralbueno neighborhood combines sustainable design with modern living. The two-block development features a high-performance ventilated façade made of recyclable porcelain tiles, optimizing energy efficiency. With 38 apartments and community spaces, it enhances both functionality and community integration.

Energy agencies and companies are promoting sustainable home upgrades to reduce utility bills and carbon footprints.

A global survey commissioned by ABB reveals that 91% of businesses prioritize energy efficiency in choosing electric motors, with 94% already investing or planning investments in sustainability. The findings highlight the critical role of energy-efficient solutions in reducing costs, meeting sustainability goals, and promoting long-term growth, supported by innovative technologies like ABB's IE6 SynRM motors.

The cement industry is a high-energy consumer. At Do Luong Cement Plant, the average annual electricity consumption is significant, reaching 268,770,410 kWh, equivalent to VND 412 billion, accounting for 35% of the production cost of each product.

Saving energy helps Thai Thuy Footwear Co., Ltd reduce costs, lower product prices, and enhance competitiveness. It also contributes to environmental protection, energy security, and sustainable development.

In a crucial step towards securing a sustainable and energy-efficient future for the African continent, the African Union (AU) launched the African Energy Efficiency Programme and the African Energy Efficiency Alliance at COP 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The high-level meeting, organised by the African Energy Commission (AFREC) of the African Union at the Africa Pavilion, underscored the role of energy efficiency in closing the energy access gap and driving the transformation of Africa's energy systems.