• Policy

        • Switzerland

        • 2010

        The Buildings Programme

        The Buildings Programme launched in 2010 aims to significantly reduce the energy consumption and CO2 emissions of the Swiss building stock. Efforts include replacement of fossil fuels based heating systems or efficient use of thermal insulation building envelop. It is financed by funds collected from CO2 tax as well as cantonal subsidies. As part of the 2027 budget relief programme, the Swiss Parliament decided to extend the Buildings Programme subsidies until the end of 2034 for replacing fossil-fuel heating systems and improving building energy efficiency, with an annual budget of CHF 410 million. The current system will remain in…

        • Policy

        • France

        • 1975

        Existing Buildings Programmes

        Three types of programmes for improving the energy efficiency of existing buildings have been in place since 1975:

        -- Decision-making assistance aimed at encouraging owners to carry out energy saving improvements, in particular through a thermal diagnostic tool.

        -- Regulation and standardisation of components with, in particular, the regulation of boiler performance as from 1975.

        -- Investment assistance, subject to various terms and conditions such as direct subsidies or tax incentives. Twenty five concerted operations for a large-scale retrofitting of buildings are in preparation. They will be implemented at the local level and will concern energy savings on space heating, hot…

        • Policy

        • Georgia

        • 2004

        EN 215:2004 Thermostatic radiator valves

        This European Standard specifies definitions, requirements and test methods for thermostatic radiator valves (referred to hereafter as thermostatic valves). This standard applies to two port thermostatic valves with or without pre-setting facility for fitting to radiators in wet central heating installations up to a water temperature of 120 °C and a nominal pressure of PN 10. This standard further specifies the dimensions, the materials and the connection details of four series of straight and angle pattern thermostatic radiator valves of nominal pressure inferior or equal to PN 10. This standard can be used as reference in a CEN/CENELEC…

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        • Sweden

        • 2000

        Grant for Solar Heating

        In June 2000, The Swedish government introduced an investment support scheme for solar heating. Grants were available for solar heating investment in homes, apartments, and certain other buildings.The grant for solar heating systems was paid to residential premises, and those not used for commercial or industrial purposes. The grant amount was proportional to the estimated annual production of the solar panels. SEK 2.50/kWh/year was paid out, subject to a maximum of SEK 7 500 for houses, SEK 5 000 for apartments in blocks, and SEK 5 000 for "housing-related facilities".The grant for solar heating…

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        • United Kingdom

        • 2022

        Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme

        Up to GBP 635 million of government funding made available to public sector organisations so they can install low carbon heating, such as heat pumps, and energy efficiency measures including double glazing and loft insulation. The funding is available through the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme with organisations such as NHS Trusts, schools and local authorities able to apply for grants from September 2022.A second year of Phase 3c delivery in FY 25/26 funding was confirmed via the Autumn Budget on 30 October 2024. 

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        • 18 Jun 2026

        Onsite production of low-emissions hydrogen for refining and industry applications from announced projects, 2025-2030

        Onsite production of low-emissions hydrogen for refining and industry applications from announced projects, 2025-2030 Global Hydrogen Review 2026

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        International collaborations

        We work with a broad range of international organisations and forums to ensure secure, affordable and sustainable energy systems

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        • 17 Feb 2026

        Number of grid technology start-ups founded, 2010-2025

        Number of grid technology start-ups founded, 2010-2025 state of energy innovation 2026

        • Policy

        • Islamic Republic of Iran

        • 2009

        ISIRI 1563-2, 1st Revision, Specification for energy consumption and energy labeling of electrical household water heaters

        Standard includes electrical household water heaters. Does not include solar or coal water heaters. Does not include residential electric water heaters with capacity less than 50L and more than 120L.

        • Event

        • 18 Feb 2026

        • 11:00

        2026 IEA Ministerial Meeting

        Energy ministers from around the world will meet in Paris on 18 and 19 February for the IEA’s 2026 Ministerial Meeting – taking stock of the latest developments in energy markets and policies, and the implications for energy security, affordability and sustainability.The IEA's Ministerial Meeting, which takes place every two years in Paris, provides an opportunity to review the Agency’s achievements and discuss key global energy challenges and opportunities. The 2026 Ministerial will be chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Sophie Hermans of the Netherlands.In addition to government ministers, industry CEOs from the energy sector and beyond…

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