Reducing energy bills in Europe requires action on buildings. AccelerateEU sets out how efficiency can become a key tool for resilience and affordability.
The AccelerateEU initiative places buildings at the centre of efforts to address both energy affordability and security of supply in Europe. In a context of high prices and dependence on imports, it highlights that lowering energy bills depends on improving the performance of the existing building stock.
Rather than proposing new solutions, the focus is on accelerating the implementation of measures already available, such as energy renovation, efficient electrification, and the decarbonisation of thermal systems. The main challenge lies in scaling up these actions through better coordination between policies, financial instruments, and regulatory frameworks. The approach underscores the need to move from commitments to effective implementation, ensuring stable conditions that encourage investment.
