The energy we don’t use: How to realize the benefits of the greenest, most affordable energy

The energy we don’t use: How to realize the benefits of the greenest, most affordable energy

Decarbonization, energy security and lower energy bills go hand-in-hand – it's time to double down on going green by putting energy efficiency first.

3 examples of where to take action today with immediate impact: making buildings smart, reusing excess heat and rethinking industrial processes.

The IEA’s 7th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency in Sønderborg, Denmark on 7-9 June will be a chance to see solutions in action and get going on implementation.



The IPCC's recent report makes it clear that we are at a critical juncture in addressing climate change. Add to this a global energy crisis felt directly by consumers struggling to pay energy bills and the focus on reducing dependence on fossil fuel imports. While all tools to increase energy independence, reduce carbon emissions and lower energy bills are on the table, one should be at the top of the list for urgent action: energy efficiency.

As the International Energy Agency’s Executive Director Dr Fatih Birol and Denmark’s Minister for Climate, Energy and Utilities Dan Jørgensen point out: “If our homes leak less heat, our cars burn less petrol and our washing machines use less electricity, it reduces energy bills, supply strains, fossil fuel imports and