The European Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to mobilising private investment for energy efficiency through the latest roundtable of the European Energy Efficiency Financing Coalition. Bringing together EU countries, financial institutions, and industry stakeholders, the meeting focused on future priorities and long-term financing strategies to scale up energy efficiency solutions across Europe.
More than 150 participants attended the session, highlighting the growing momentum behind this initiative. The Coalition also expanded its network, welcoming 41 new industry representatives and 19 additional financial institutions. This growing membership reflects increasing recognition that stronger public-private cooperation is essential to meet the EU’s 2030 clean energy objectives.
During the event, Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen, presented the publication “Giving LIFE to Europe’s Clean Energy Transition.” The report showcases 28 projects funded under the LIFE Clean Energy Transition programme, demonstrating practical, on-the-ground progress in advancing Europe’s energy transition.
Launched under the REPowerEU Plan, the Coalition plays a dual role: acting as a technical platform to develop innovative financing solutions and as a strategic bridge between policymakers, investors, and industry. Its objective is to strengthen the business case for energy efficiency and ensure that investment frameworks align with real market conditions.
Backed by a €1 billion budget for 2021-2027 under the LIFE programme, the initiative is designed to create a more favourable investment climate and unlock the scale of private capital needed to deliver meaningful progress on energy efficiency across the EU.
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Source: Directorate-General for Energy
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- Publication date
- 11 February 2026
- Author
- European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency