Energy poverty remains a pressing issue in Europe, and rather than being effectively addressed, it is on the rise. According to Eurostat, a concerning 9.3% of the EU population struggles to heat their homes adequately. This marks a significant increase from the 6.9% reported in 2021, highlighting the urgency for transformative measures. The EU is committed to tackling energy poverty but are current measures sufficient?

The conference "Combatting Energy Poverty in Europe: Towards an Inclusive and Just Energy Transition" is a collaborative effort involving the International Union of Property Owners (UIPI), the ENPOR project, and the European Federation of National Organisations Working with the Homeless (FEANTSA).

Its focal point is the assessment of energy poverty within the European private rented sector, encompassing an evaluation of existing EU policies and a forward-looking exploration of necessary enhancements.

Furthermore, the sessions will shed light on diverse tools, breakthrough initiatives and good practices to combat energy poverty.