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Gaining an Edge Unlocking the potential of energy efficiency
…and other factors, the energy required to produce the same sales volume varies significantly within the same subsector and to manufacture equivalent products. For example, energy consumption can vary by a factor of five times to manufacture plastic bags, and by a factor of seven times to produce bricks, with similar figures observed for other types of products, from milk to ceramic tiles to plastic bottles. While some of these variations can be due to differences in products and other factors, such wide disparities highlight the potential for many firms to reduce energy expenditures through improved energy efficiency. In IEA…
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Clean Energy Transitions Programme 2024
Annual report 2024 The Clean Energy Transitions Programme (CETP) is the International Energy Agency’s flagship initiative for accelerating clean energy transitions worldwide. Since its inception in 2017, the CETP has played a vital role in tackling the diverse challenges of energy transitions across the globe, fostering partnerships and providing tailored, actionable solutions. The programme is structured around three key pillars: directly supporting national transitions; strengthening multilateral co‑ordination; and delivering global analysis to inform policy dialogue.With significant milestones achieved in 2024, the CETP has supported over 320 high‑level meetings with policy makers, conducted 735 workshops and technical exchanges with…
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Multiple Benefits of Energy Efficiency for Business The business value of energy efficiency
…require fewer material and resource inputs, generating less waste. These gains result in higher productivity: for every dollar saved on energy, up to an additional 30 cents of value can be realised. Maintenance costs can also fall sharply – by more than 50% in some cases – due to reduced wear and longer equipment lifetimes, while reduced material losses and waste further strengthen operational efficiency. Quality and reputation Energy efficiency often provides improved process control, enhancing output consistency and quality. Around 75% of companies report that energy efficiency measures reduce production defects. At the same time, more efficient production practices can strengthen…
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Germany 2025
…Review was prepared in partnership between the Government of Germany and the IEA. It draws on the IEA's extensive knowledge and the inputs of expert peers from IEA Member countries to assess Germany’s most pressing energy sector challenges and provide recommendations on how to address them, backed by international best practices. The report also highlights areas where Germany’s leadership can serve as an example in promoting secure clean energy transitions. It also promotes the exchange of best practices among countries to foster learning, build consensus and strengthen political will for a sustainable and affordable clean energy future.
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Regulation 2016/2281 establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for energy-related products, with regard to ecodesign requirements for air heating products, cooling products, high temperature process chillers and fan coil units
This Regulation establishes ecodesign requirements for the placing on the market and/or putting into service of:Air heating products with a rated heating capacity not exceeding 1 MW, including air-to-air heat pumps;Cooling products and high temperature process chillers with a rated cooling capacity not exceeding 2 MW;Fan coil units.
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Hydrogen
Low-emissions hydrogen projects are set to grow strongly despite wave of cancellations and persistent challenges
Worldwide hydrogen demand increased to almost 100 million tonnes in 2024, up 2% from 2023 and in line with overall energy demand growth. The vast majority of this was met by hydrogen produced from fossil fuels without measures in place to capture associated emissions. Sectors that have traditionally used hydrogen, such as oil refining and industry, remained the biggest consumers.
The uptake of low-emissions hydrogen is not yet meeting the expectations set by industry and governments in recent years, especially in light of…
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Armenia
Imports of oil and gas cover 77% of Armenia’s energy needs. Current energy policy is focused on developing indigenous energy sources, mainly renewable, and on replacing the country’s main nuclear reactor. Energy Efficiency policy has also become a bigger priority as energy security and reliability remain key focus areas. Armenia is part of the EU4Energy Programme, an initiative focused on evidence-based policymaking for the energy sector.
- Overview
- Energy mix
- Emissions
- Electricity
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The State of Energy Innovation 2026 Interactive: Highlights in energy innovation
Interactive: Highlights in energy innovation
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The State of Energy Innovation 2025 Interactive: Highlights in energy innovation
Interactive: Highlights in energy innovation
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Investment
…investment in the energy sector – especially in emerging and developing economies, where data is often limited. Participants representing a diverse range of financial institutions are invited to attend an annual event hosted at the IEA headquarters in Paris, and regional summits – the latest held in Singapore – are also organised to encourage broad participation across geographies. Participants representing a diverse range of financial institutions are invited to attend an annual event hosted at the IEA headquarters in Paris, and regional summits – the latest held in Singapore – are also organised to encourage broad participation across geographies. Investment in clean energy this year…
