{"id":367,"date":"2025-05-07T10:00:50","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T10:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eyoder.org.tr\/eng\/?p=367"},"modified":"2025-09-11T15:31:43","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T15:31:43","slug":"international-esco-symposium-2025-message-from-esco-associations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eyoder.org.tr\/eng\/front-page\/international-esco-symposium-2025-message-from-esco-associations\/","title":{"rendered":"International ESCO Symposium 2025 \u2013 Message from ESCO Associations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_video src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=E7v1rqxOfEg&#038;t=2s&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_video][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Session Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Moderated by\u00a0<strong>Pierre Langlois<\/strong>, Co-chair of the Global ESCO Network, this session brought together leaders from ESCO associations across Malaysia, Spain, Mexico, and Thailand. The discussion focused on the role of ESCO associations in shaping national markets, promoting energy performance contracting (EPC), and overcoming regulatory, financial, and market barriers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Speakers and Highlights<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Zulkifli Zahari \u2013 President, MAESCO (Malaysia)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Context<\/strong>: Malaysia targets a 45% emissions reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Achievements<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Played a key role in enacting Malaysia\u2019s Energy Efficiency Act (2024).<\/li>\n<li>Developed strong ties with government, industry, and financial institutions.<\/li>\n<li>Offers training and capacity building for energy managers and auditors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><strong>Challenges<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Long legislative delays due to political changes.<\/li>\n<li>Limited bank understanding of EPC financing.<\/li>\n<li>Need for more visibility and recognition of successful projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Carlos Ballesteros Barrado \u2013 Director General, ANESE (Spain)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Context<\/strong>: Spain has 185 ESCO-related members and a growing market.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Achievements<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Developed standardized EPC contracts and financial methodologies.<\/li>\n<li>Leveraged EU recovery funds and white certificate schemes.<\/li>\n<li>Strong collaboration with banks and utilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><strong>Challenges<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Lack of awareness and understanding of EPC models.<\/li>\n<li>Public sector inertia and slow adoption.<\/li>\n<li>Need for broader implementation of performance-based models.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ricardo Velasquez Lechuga \u2013 President, AMENEER (Mexico)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Context<\/strong>: Mexico aims for a 35% emissions reduction by 2030.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Achievements<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Built an ESCO ecosystem including consultants, manufacturers, and financiers.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborated with government and international partners on pilot projects.<\/li>\n<li>Promotes certification and training through EVO protocols.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><strong>Challenges<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>High cost of capital (interest rates 12\u201315%).<\/li>\n<li>Lack of national policies supporting EPC.<\/li>\n<li>Need for more accessible and standardized contracts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Peerasut Thirakomen \u2013 Vice President, Thai ESCO Association<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Context<\/strong>: Thailand targets 30% energy intensity reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2065.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Achievements<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>ESCOs recognized in national energy plans.<\/li>\n<li>Collaboration with the Bank of Thailand on green taxonomy and sustainable finance.<\/li>\n<li>Tax incentives and import duty exemptions for energy-efficient projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><strong>Challenges<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Market trust and confidence in ESCO models.<\/li>\n<li>Limited access to tailored financial products and credit insurance.<\/li>\n<li>Need for standardized M&amp;V protocols and risk mitigation tools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Common Themes Across Countries<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Enablers of Growth<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong government support and clear policy frameworks.<\/li>\n<li>Financial incentives and risk-sharing mechanisms.<\/li>\n<li>Capacity building and standardized protocols (e.g., IPMVP).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><strong>Barriers<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Lack of awareness and trust in EPC models.<\/li>\n<li>Financing challenges, especially in emerging markets.<\/li>\n<li>Limited visibility of successful projects due to confidentiality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>ESCO associations are pivotal in shaping national energy efficiency markets. Their collaboration with governments, financial institutions, and international networks is essential to scale up EPC adoption. While progress is evident, overcoming trust, financing, and policy barriers remains critical for unlocking the full potential of ESCOs globally.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Session Overview Moderated by\u00a0Pierre Langlois, Co-chair of the Global ESCO Network, this session brought together leaders from ESCO associations across Malaysia, Spain, Mexico, and Thailand. The discussion focused on the role of ESCO associations in shaping national markets, promoting energy performance contracting (EPC), and overcoming regulatory, financial, and market barriers. Key Speakers and Highlights Zulkifli [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":357,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" _builder_version=\"4.21.0\" _module_preset=\"default\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.21.0\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_column _builder_version=\"4.21.0\" _module_preset=\"default\" type=\"4_4\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_video src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=08LTQptKwxI\" _builder_version=\"4.21.0\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][\/et_pb_video][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.21.0\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_column _builder_version=\"4.21.0\" _module_preset=\"default\" type=\"4_4\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.21.0\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>The symposium, held in Istanbul and hosted by EYODER (Energy Efficiency and Management Association of T\u00fcrkiye), in collaboration with UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre and other partners, gathered nearly 200 participants from 42 countries. It aimed to elevate the global ESCO (Energy Service Company) industry and promote energy efficiency as a key solution to climate and energy challenges.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Welcoming Remarks Highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>S\u00f8ren L\u00fctken \u2013 Co-chair, Global ESCO Network, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Emphasized the importance of engaging the private sector in climate action.<\/li>\n<li>Highlighted ESCOS as efficient tools for implementing energy efficiency.<\/li>\n<li>Called for policy support to accelerate ESCO market growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Onur \u00dcnl\u00fc \u2013 President, EYODER<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Stressed energy efficiency as a strategic solution to climate, energy, and economic challenges.<\/li>\n<li>Outlined T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s national goals: 16% reduction in primary energy consumption by 2030, $20B investment, and 100 million tons of CO\u2082 reduction.<\/li>\n<li>Advocated for a collaborative ESCO ecosystem involving finance, insurance, legal, and engineering sectors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Ahmet Berat Conkar \u2013 Deputy Minister, Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, T\u00fcrkiye<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Reaffirmed T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s commitment to energy efficiency through its National Action Plan.<\/li>\n<li>Highlighted the role of ESCOS in public-private partnerships and performance-based contracts.<\/li>\n<li>Announced targets like 30% energy savings in public buildings by 2030 and emphasized financial incentives and international cooperation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Gwi-Yeop Son \u2013 Regional Director, UN Development Coordination Office<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Linked ESCOs to broader sustainable development and the 2030 Agenda.<\/li>\n<li>Urged ESCOS to engage in national climate planning (NDCs).<\/li>\n<li>Called for partnerships with UN country teams to scale energy efficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Martin Krause \u2013 Director, Climate Change Division, UNEP<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Introduced UNEP\u2019s support for ESCOS and the launch of the first Global ESCO Market Report.<\/li>\n<li>Highlighted ESCOS\u2019 strong ROI and job creation potential.<\/li>\n<li>Advocated for regulatory frameworks to support energy performance contracting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Keynote Speech \u2013 Dr. Clara Camarasa, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>Global ESCO Market Report Insights<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Market Concentration<\/strong>: 85% of global ESCO investments are in the US and China.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Project Types<\/strong>: Integrated retrofits yield higher savings but require stronger capacity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sector Engagement<\/strong>: Public and industrial sectors are active; residential and transport lag behind.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Technology Trends<\/strong>: Lighting and HVAC dominate; advanced tech like heat pumps underused.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Energy Savings<\/strong>: US leads with 56% savings; most countries average around 30%.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Financing Challenges<\/strong>: Access to finance is the top barrier; innovative models needed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Policy Drivers<\/strong>: National energy efficiency targets are key to market growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Opportunities &amp; Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Expand ESCOs into underserved sectors (commercial, industrial).<\/li>\n<li>Promote integrated retrofits over single-tech solutions.<\/li>\n<li>Implement smart policies to unlock private finance.<\/li>\n<li>Governments should treat energy efficiency as infrastructure and support ESCOS with mandates and incentives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Closing Message<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The symposium underscored that energy efficiency is not just an environmental or economic issue\u2014it\u2019s a strategic enabler of sustainable development. 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