Heating and cooling, representing half of Europe’s energy needs, have so far been an underestimated sector. Yet, they are an essential element to achieve the EU’s decarbonisation targets and ensure energy security. The upcoming EU Heating & Cooling Strategy, announced in February 2025 in the context of the Affordable Energy Action Plan and due to be released in Q1 2026 is therefore welcomed as it represents the opportunity to address this gap. With the current consultations open till 20 November, Solar Heat Europe urges the European Commission to adopt a comprehensive and ambitious approach that prioritises the deployment of available and EU-made renewable heat technologies. Solar Heat Europe calls for dedicated measures to promote the uptake of solar thermal technologies, in line with the NZIA objectives whose aim is to promote and protect EU clean technologies.
Structured in 6 pillars, Solar Heat Europe has submitted key proposals in its contribution to the “Call for Evidence”, including proposals which can apply to several direct renewable heat technologies and others, more specific to solar thermal technologies.
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