The electrification of road transport is happening – and it is already having a profound impact on the energy system and our cities. As more and more people drive electric, smart charging can ease the integration of the newcomers into the grid.
Together with our members Green Transition Denmark, we are organising an online workshop focusing on why (and how!) civil society should get involved in standardisation. The effective participation of environmental NGOs in standards-making is key to making sure our planet is protected by robust rules - and this year we are focusing on the case of cement.
Together with our Greek member Ecocity, we organised a hybrid event, focusing on how standards could help decarbonise the cement and concrete sector. Missed the event? You can now watch the recording!
The event will bring to a close a three-and-a-half-year initiative where National Standards Bodies and societal stakeholders worked together to raise awareness of European environmental priorities in standardisation.
Implementing policy and standards at all stages of a product life cycle can exert high impacts on the resource-saving potential of products and promote circular economy and resource efficiency. This is why Environmental Design and Labelling are effective tools for improving the energy efficiency of products.
Home heating appliances are high on the EU policy agenda. With energy prices soaring, and as leaders look for energy sources alternative to Russian supplies, many look for ways to switch off their gas boilers… but stay warm this winter. In this scenario, demand for biomass heating appliances is on the rise. Biomass heating systems to burn wood pellets, chips or logs are seeing a spike in their popularity.
This year's training will combine a comprehensive course on standards and the environment with tailor-made breakout sessions for ECOS members & experts.
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