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Policy
Costa Rica
2012
INTE E14-1:2009. Energy Efficiency - Window Type, Split Type and Package Type Air Conditioners - Labelling
This standard establishes the requirements that the energy efficiency label of air conditioners must meet. This Standard covers all packaged, split type window air conditioner equipment with rated cooling capacities of up to 17 589 W (60,000 Btu / h).
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Policy
Spain
2017
ICO-IDAE Energy Efficiency Financing Line 2017-2018/ RENOVE Hosteleria Plan/ Aids for energy efficiency in catering sectors
…the different programmes so that said entities can provide the loans that make it possible to carry out the projects. The risk associated with the transactions is guaranteed 50–50 by the financial institution and the IDAE (Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving) itself through the National Energy Efficiency Fund. Within the Renove Plan for the Hospitality Industry, eligible companies are those natural or legal persons of the hospitality sector whose maina ctivities correspond to the following 2009 CNAE (National Economic Activities Classification): 55. accommodation services and 56. catering services. These areas of activity include energy service companies as CUSTOMERS.
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Technology report
May 2026
Ultra-fast charging batteries
GEVO 2026 - Chapter 8 New power‑electronics materials, battery cell technologies and battery pack architectures are enabling more efficient, higher‑voltage – and therefore faster – charging systems. Advances in batteries and power electronics are improving EV performance Over the past decade, average EV battery pack energy density (Wh/kg) has increased by around 60%, while prices have fallen by roughly 75%. Moreover, in 2023, battery-related patents accounted for 40% of all energy-sector patents, suggesting that more developments are still to come. At the same time, new power‑electronics materials, battery cell technologies and battery pack architectures are enabling more efficient, higher‑voltage – and…
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Country report
Dec 2025
Powering Ireland’s Energy Future
…this transition, supported by a detailed security study on the electricity supply mix.The analysis sets out five pillars for policy action: Establishing a cross-sectoral energy security strategy for the 2030s; delivering the enabling infrastructure to accommodate the growth of electricity demand and supply; accelerating the delivery of generation capacity, storage and demand-side flexibility; enabling secure system operation under high renewable penetration; advancing workforce skills, strengthening partnerships and facilitating electrification. Ireland can build on its progress in power system transformation to set an example of secure integration of large shares of variable renewable generation while safeguarding energy security.
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Policy report
Jun 2025
Gaining an Edge Energy demand and competitiveness
…where efficiency improvements often require substantial upfront investment. For less energy-intensive sectors (such as electronics, machinery, automobiles, textiles, and food and drink processing), energy generally plays a smaller role in overall costs. However, these lighter industries have significant potential to achieve cost-effective energy savings in the short term, with lower capital costs and greater potential for electrification. Managing costs in lighter industries is also crucial, not only to improve firm competitiveness but also to achieve broader economic objectives. While these sectors contribute around a quarter of industrial energy demand, they account for over half of industrial value added…
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Event
14 Apr 2026
Methane Regulator-to-Regulator Network (MR2R) - Inaugural Plenary Meeting
The IEA and UNEP’s Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) are hosting the inaugural plenary meeting of the Methane Regulator-to-Regulator (MR2R) Network at the IEA Headquarters.As countries move to deliver on Global Methane Pledge commitments and respond to expectations for near zero methane intensity marketplaces, regulators are increasingly being called upon to implement new regulatory frameworks for methane abatement. The MR2R Network has been created to be a trusted, closed-door environment for regulators to connect with peers, share real-world experiences, and co-develop solutions to shared challenges.The Network builds on the series of IEA regional…
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Country report
Sep 2025
Integrating Solar and Wind in Southeast Asia
…exposes countries to volatile fuel prices, potential supply disruptions and rising emissions. At the same time, the region possesses vast and diverse renewable resource potential. Variable renewable energy (VRE) - solar and wind - are now among the most cost-competitive generation options and are playing an increasingly important role in the region’s power sector. VRE presents an opportunity for the region to meet rising demand, support energy security, affordability and climate goals. However, integrating higher shares of VRE can present technical and regulatory challenges that require changes to system operation and planning. This report provides a comprehensive assessment of the…
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Technology report
May 2026
Vehicle software and software-defined vehicles
GEVO 2026 - Chapter 8 The transition from mechanical to software-based vehicle control has been underway for decades and has accelerated dramatically with the rise of EVs. Pure-play EV makers have pioneered the shift towards high-level, continuously updateable software-based vehicle control, speeding up the development and rollout of new features. Vehicles are evolving into software platforms for which users can access subscription‑based premium features, in the same way as for smartphones. A new design paradigm is emerging, with EVs at the forefront The digital transformation of the car industry is most evident in the emergence of software…
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Report
May 2025
Rare earth elements 2025
Outlook for key energy transition minerals This report provides an outlook for demand and supply for key energy minerals including copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite and rare earth elements. Demand projections encompass both key energy technologies and other uses under different IEA Scenarios. Supply projections are based on a detailed review of all announced projects. They show how today's geographical concentration evolves over time, for both mining and refining and how expected supply compares with primary supply requirements.
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Policy
Mexico
2001
NOM-021-ENER/SCFI/ECOL-2000: Energy efficiency, user safety requirements and elimination of chlorofluorocarbons (CFC s) in room air conditioners. Limits, testing and labeling methods
This standard establishes the minimum levels of energy efficiency for room air conditioners sold in the national market must meet. It also specifies the test method that must be used to verify compliance and defines the requirements that the label must include. without reverse cycle, louvred -CC ‰¤ 1758: EER 2.84 -1758 -2343 -4101 -5859 -8205 without reverse cycle, non-louvred -CC ‰¤ 1758: EER 2.64 -1758 -2343 -4101 -5859 -8205 with reverse cycle, louvred -CC ‰¤ 5859 (5861 in 2007) : EER 2.64 -(5861 in 2007)5859 with reverse cycle, non-louvred -CC ‰¤ 4101 (4103 in 2007) : EER 2…