solar thermal potential in europe
A new study reveals the potential of solar thermal in Europe
To provide the European Union and its Member States with substantiated information on the contribution solar thermal can make to the 20% renewable energy target set by the RES Directive (2009/28/EC), detailed surveys were conducted in five representative countries: Austria, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Spain. The information gathered was then extrapolated to the 27 EU countries and the future heating and cooling demand was calculated for 2020, 2030 and 2050, taking into account a decline of the overall energy demand due to energy efficiency measures.
To download the slides from the webinar held on 1 October, please click here.
By completing the order form you will be able to obtain a free pdf copy of the study.
Conference: “Buildings for the future"
Brussels - 6 May 2010
The recently adopted Energy & Climate Package sets ambitious targets. The building sector is a key area to look into as buildings are responsible for over 40% of our energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Buildings are on one hand a big consumer of energy and on the other hand offer a great potential for energy saving measures as well as for energy generation with renewable energy sources.
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Solar Thermal Ordinances - A Developer's Blueprint
Best Practice Implementation of Solar Thermal Ordinances
Solar Thermal Ordinances (STO) are legal provisions requiring the installation of solar thermal systems in buildings.
A growing number of municipalities, regions and countries are already making use of solar thermal obligations. Already today, more than 150 million people are living in regions covered by a STO.
The “STO Developer's Blueprint” is designed to guide the STO developer step-by-step through the process of planning and implementing a STO at local level. To download this practical guide, please visit: www.solarordinances.eu
Solar Keymark: A certification scheme for Europe
The Solar Keymark is widely recognised in solar thermal support programmes throughout Europe.
The mark certifies the conformity of a solar thermal collector or system to the relevant European Standards
(EN 12975 or EN 12976).
For information on how to obtain the Solar Keymark, please see www.solarkeymark.org
A Strategic Research Agenda for solar thermal
Making solar thermal products even better
and work in more applications. This is the solar thermal sector's goal.
Industry and researchers have come together in the European Solar Thermal Technology Panel (ESTTP) to identify the needs of solar thermal R&D.
Among the top priorities are compact heat storages, solar thermal for industrial processes, and solar cooling. With the right kind of research solar thermal can be used for much more than just heating houses or sanitary water.
Visit the website of the European Technology Platform on Renewable Heating and Cooling to learn more about the future of solar thermal technologies
Solar Thermal News
European Parliament votes for renewable heat obligations
Date : 25/09/07Brussels, 25/09/2007: Today, the European Parliament approved by overwhelming majority the “Thomsen Report” on the Roadmap for Renewable Energies in Europe. Crucial for the future of solar thermal: the call for the adoption in all Member States of renewable heat obligations, at least in new...
MoreSolar obligations: first comprehensive study on best practice has been published
Date : 18/09/07Brussels, 18/09/2007: The first comprehensive study on solar obligations was published by ESTIF today. The study is based on case studies and experiences from five countries. Solar obligations are considered as a key instrument to promote a renewable and sustainable heat supply in Europe.
MoreSolar thermal will make a substantial contribution to EU renewables targets
Date : 19/06/07Brussels/Freiburg, 19 June: As the fastest growing sector in renewable heating and cooling, solar thermal can deliver a substantial contribution to reaching the EU targets for renewables, if the right policies are quickly introduced at EU level and in the Member States.
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