Unravelling projected energy savings in 2020 of EU Member States using decomposition analyses

If EU Member States would be able to achieve their 2020 energy savings targets, then an important step has been taken to bridge the energy savings gap. Since the economic recession plays a major role in bridging this gap and economic recovery is aimed for, further intensification of energy efficiency policies is crucial to contribute to the GHG reduction target for 2030 and beyond.