Energy Efficiency
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MacedonianEnabling the Environment for Introducing Energy Efficiency in Buildings
The purpose of the proposed project is to reduce the energy demand of the country in general, and more specifically to reduce the use of electricity in residential and public buildings by 20-30%. This should result in the advancement of the energy independence of the country.
The aim of the project shall be met by strengthening of the capacities of the Macedonian Energy Agency, establishing of a “Book of Rules”, development of applicable energy efficiency tools, creating an enabling environment for the implementation of energy efficiency regulations in the building sector of the country, by the development of energy efficiency regulations for the building sector, the demonstration of energy efficiency on one public-building-pilot-project, and by creating a cross-country academic platform on energy efficiency in buildings.
The project goals shall be achieved by specific objectives. Firstly, this is the building and strengthening of the capacities of the relevant institutions, mainly the Macedonian Energy Agency (MEA), for the implementation of energy efficiency regulations. This shall ensure that both, human and technical, conditions for the implementation of energy efficiency regulations in the construction sector, can be met. Furthermore, awareness on energy efficiency among the main stakeholders and users shall be raised. In a further step, conditions for long-term sustainability by involving academic institutions in the process and by creating a cross-country platform on energy efficiency in buildings shall be raised.
The successful implementation of the project will make an important contribution to the improvement of energy efficiency in the country and at the same time mark an important step towards meeting the requirements of the EU. One can expect positive spillover effects of this project for Macedonian businesses as well, since once the Book of Rules is implemented (laws and standards are in place) a new market for EE construction materials will be created.
In conclusion, this project will raise awareness among the main stakeholders and the citizens, reduce energy demand, and by that reduce green house gas emissions. more
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