Implementing Energy Efficiency Policies. Are IEA Member Countries on Track?

This innovative book provides the first assessment of IEA member countries’ progress on implementing energy efficiency policy. Using a rigorous evaluation process, it finds that while these countries are implementing a full range of energy efficiency measures, their efforts fall short. Pressing energy, climate and financial challenges require even more energy efficiency policy action – particularly in the transport sector.



In this book, the International Energy Agency (IEA) Secretariat asks ‘how have words been translated into action?’ ‘Are IEA member countries on track to maximise their implementation of energy efficiency policy?’ To answer these questions, this book presents a comprehensive and innovative evaluation of energy efficiency policy implementation in the 28 member countries of the IEA. Specifically, this book reports on countries’ progress with implementing the IEA 25 energy efficiency recommendations and equivalent measures. Acting on these recommendations is considered to be indicative of a country’s progress towards establishing a comprehensive and effective set of national energy efficiency policies.

Table of Contents
Introduction
Energy Efficiency Policy Context
Strengths and Innovations in Energy Efficiency Policy
Challenges and Areas for Improvement in Energy Efficiency Policy
Summarising Progess with IEA Member Country Implementation of the 25 Energy Efficiency Policy Recommendations
Country Reports
Call to Action
Abbreviations and Acronyms
References
Annex 2. Consolidated List of 25 IEA Energy Efficiency Recommendations