Only 13% of thermal energy in Europe is produced by renewable energy sources and 40% from natural gas alone. Therefore, unlocking local, green-produced, sustainable heating now is a must

The heating of our buildings needs to make a fast, green, and socially responsible transition. Currently, 50% of EU’s energy consumption goes to heating and cooling and most of this is for space heating.

The EU is currently facing three major crises, all impacting how energy is acquired and used. Firstly, climate change and the Paris Agreement has underlined the need for phasing out fossil fuels in the energy mix for staying below 1.5° Celsius of global warming. Secondly, growing energy prices and energy-inefficient buildings are making more than 125 million Europeans living in energy poverty.

Lastly, energy import disputes with Russia due to the war in Ukraine are calling for new energy sources and more efficient energy use. With uncertainty on future energy supply, the severity of winters to come and climate change, actions for securing local, green and energy-efficient energy must be taken.

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