Energy Efficiency

Question 1

How can the energy system be changed fast ?

Answer 1

Policy instruments are needed

Question 2

What are some these policies ? Regulations

Answer 2

No internal combustion engines after a set time to phase out fossil fuel dependent cars
Waste that can be burnt should not be deposited

Question 3

Standards

Answer 3

Every building should have energy efficient standards to be followed to reduce env. Impact
Eco design directive (ERP) : every energy related products are designed with environmental considerations.
Minimum energy performance (MEPS): guidelines should be set for energy related product’s
Stringent standards for vehicle emissions

Question 4

Voluntary agreements

Answer 4

Pollutant release and transfer register : to allow companies to declare pollutant emissions transparently
Green bond: set up financial institutions to support environmentally friendly projects

Question 5

Green procurement

Answer 5

Encourage institutions to buy low energy equi, eco friendly cars and. Generally purchase responsibly