Enerdata has prepared for the
WEC Secretariat a report on energy efficiency policy at world level within a
project chaired by ADEME and available on the WEC web site.
The report evaluates energy efficiency trends and policies at world level. A selection of indicators are analysed and compared in
this report .
The report also describes energy efficiency policies carried out
in a large sample of 85 countries throughout the world, either through a survey
that was carried out in about 50 countries or through literature review for the
remaining countries. This survey was completed with detailed case studies
focused on four policy measures, prepared by selected experts: innovative
financing schemes in building, measures to accelerate the penetration of
efficient air conditioners and their efficient use, smart billing and measures
to improve the efficiency of road transport of freight. Beyond a review of
energy efficiency measures already implemented, this evaluation aimed to
pinpoint the most interesting experiences and draw some conclusions on
advantages and drawbacks of different policies. The study is concluded by 8 main recommendations: energy prices should reflect real costs and give more incentive signals
to consumers; consumers should be better informed; innovative financing tools
should be implemented to support consumers investments ; the quality of energy
efficient equipment and services should be controlled; regulations should be
enforced and regularly strengthened; behaviours should be addressed as
much as technologies, relying on ICTs; monitoring achievements is necessary to
check the real impact of energy efficiency policies; finally,
international and regional cooperation should be enhanced.
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