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ID125518
Title ProperPolicy analysis for energy efficiency in the built environment in Spain
LanguageENG
AuthorTravezan, Jessica Yearwood ;  Harmsen, Robert ;  Toledo, Gideon van
Publication2013.
Summary / Abstract (Note)Energy efficiency is considered one of the most cost effective ways to enhance security of energy supply and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. According to Europe's Energy Efficiency Plan, the biggest energy savings potential in the EU lies in the built environment. However, the many barriers to energy efficiency have prevented the implementation of the existing potential so far. This paper evaluates the existing policy instruments aimed at energy efficiency in buildings in Spain as laid down in the 2nd National Energy Efficiency Action Plan (NEEAP). The results show that the current policy package is insufficient to yield the existing energy savings potential in this sector. As much of the savings potential can be found in existing buildings and realization of this potential very much relies on voluntary action, the renovation sector is in need of an appropriate financial framework that mobilizes sufficient public and private financial resources, and transparent and efficient mechanisms to ensure the return on investment and payments from those who benefit from the renovation. Such financial framework needs to be supported by a regulatory framework that is tuned to existing buildings and an organizational framework that effectively connects the different policy layers in Spain.
`In' analytical NoteEnergy Policy Vol.61; Oct 2013: p.317-326
Journal SourceEnergy Policy Vol.61; Oct 2013: p.317-326
Key WordsEnergy Efficiency Policies ;  Spain ;  Built Environment