Malte Bei der Wieden

The critical role of bioenergy and better alternatives for fossil-free heating

Biomass is currently the most significant renewable energy sourc e for heating in the EU, accounting for approximately 20% of final ene rgy demand. And this share is rising: between 2011 and 2023, the co ntribution of biomass has grown by about 16%. Looking ahead, Member States project that one-thir

Final report

Planning and regulating Europe’s gas networks: breaking up with fossil gas

The urgent need to meet climate targets requires a significant reduction in fossil gas demand over the coming years. This has substantial implications for gas grid infrastructure, yet current grid planning in most EU Member States does not adequately reflect the necessary decrease in fossil gas usa

Research Article

EU emissions trading in the buildings sector – an ex-ante assessment

The EU ETS is one of the first emissions trading schemes in the world and has contributed to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the sectors covered by the scheme in recent years. The EU has adopted the introduction of a new, separate emissions trading scheme (ETS 2) for the buildings and t

Panel: 2. Future and innovative policies

The gas grid hurdle in the race to system efficiency

Meeting energy and climate targets requires phasing out the use of fossil fuels in the heating sector, demanding an extensive overhaul of infrastructure. The expansion of district heating and electricity distribution grids will be essential for this transition, while parts of the gas distribution ne

EU requirements and national implementation

Minimum Energy Performance Standards for Non-Residential Buildings

This study explores how meps have already been successful in many countries and regions, and offers a practical guide to their implementation to achieve the 2030 target in eu member states. Inspired by 15 different countries and regions, the study examines examples where meps have been rolled-out. I