{"id":372,"date":"2025-05-07T11:15:35","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T11:15:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eyoder.org.tr\/eng\/?p=372"},"modified":"2025-09-11T15:30:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T15:30:34","slug":"international-esco-symposium-2025-the-role-of-international-agreements-and-supranational-regulation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eyoder.org.tr\/eng\/esco\/international-esco-symposium-2025-the-role-of-international-agreements-and-supranational-regulation\/","title":{"rendered":"International ESCO Symposium 2025 \u2013 The Role of International Agreements and Supranational Regulation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[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=wGEAF0U7m-I&#038;t=1s&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/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; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p>Moderated by\u00a0<strong>Dr. Clara Camarasa<\/strong>\u00a0(UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre), this panel explored how international agreements and supranational regulations\u2014such as the Paris Agreement and EU directives\u2014drive national energy efficiency targets and how these are translated into actionable frameworks. The session featured insights from representatives of T\u00fcrkiye, Kosovo, Mauritius, and the Global ESCO Network.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Themes and Insights<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Global Frameworks and Their Role<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>S\u00f8ren L\u00fctken<\/strong>\u00a0(UNEP, Global ESCO Network) emphasized that supranational agreements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide a\u00a0<strong>framework and direction<\/strong>\u00a0(e.g., 1.5\u00b0C target).<\/li>\n<li>Create\u00a0<strong>peer pressure<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>coalitions of the willing<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Raise awareness and activate national governments.<\/li>\n<li>Are not implementation tools themselves but\u00a0<strong>catalysts<\/strong>\u00a0for national action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Dr. Bilal D\u00fczg\u00fcn \u2013 Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (T\u00fcrkiye)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Introduced\u00a0<strong>EPC regulations<\/strong>\u00a0for public buildings, allowing 15-year contracts.<\/li>\n<li>Revised legislation to include\u00a0<strong>inflation adjustments<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>lower investment thresholds<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Emphasized the importance of\u00a0<strong>technical capacity building<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>training<\/strong>\u00a0(e.g., CMVP certification).<\/li>\n<li>Highlighted the need for\u00a0<strong>tailored national policies<\/strong>\u00a0informed by international best practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Dr. Petrit Ahmeti \u2013 Department of Kosovo Energy Efficiency Fund (Kosovo)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Used EU directives to develop national laws on\u00a0<strong>energy efficiency<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>building performance<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Created a\u00a0<strong>national energy efficiency fund<\/strong>\u00a0acting as a super ESCO.<\/li>\n<li>Challenges include\u00a0<strong>financial constraints<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>lack of trained professionals<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>regulatory harmonization<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Voluntarily aligning with EU and Paris Agreement targets through a\u00a0<strong>National Energy and Climate Plan<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Keeshav Ramkurrun \u2013 Energy Efficiency Management Office of Ministry of Energy and Public Utilities (Mauritius)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Aims for\u00a0<strong>10% energy efficiency improvement<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>60% renewable energy<\/strong>\u00a0by 2030.<\/li>\n<li>Facing rising\u00a0<strong>cooling demand<\/strong>; introduced\u00a0<strong>MEPS for air conditioners<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Developing a\u00a0<strong>guarantee fund<\/strong>\u00a0with UNEP to de-risk ESCO investments.<\/li>\n<li>Identified key barriers:\u00a0<strong>technical risk<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>M&amp;V challenges<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>limited access to finance<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Common Challenges Identified<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Translating international goals into enforceable national policies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lack of financing mechanisms<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>ESCO-friendly regulations<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insufficient technical capacity<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>market trust<\/strong>\u00a0in EPC models.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Regulatory misalignment<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>complexity of incentives<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The session concluded with a powerful reflection by S\u00f8ren L\u00fctken, who emphasized that while international agreements like the Paris Agreement are essential for setting global climate goals, they are not sufficient on their own. These frameworks provide direction and peer pressure but lack enforcement mechanisms. Real progress must occur at the national level, where policies can be implemented and enforced. L\u00fctken challenged policymakers to move beyond voluntary commitments and adopt mandatory implementation measures, particularly in the field of energy efficiency. Without enforcement, even the best-designed frameworks will fall short of their goals. The panel collectively underscored that ESCOs are vital instruments for translating global ambitions into local action, but their success depends on supportive ecosystems that include regulation, financing, and capacity building. The session closed with a call to continue the dialogue and collaboration needed to bridge the gap between international ambition and national implementation.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moderated by\u00a0Dr. Clara Camarasa\u00a0(UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre), this panel explored how international agreements and supranational regulations\u2014such as the Paris Agreement and EU directives\u2014drive national energy efficiency targets and how these are translated into actionable frameworks. The session featured insights from representatives of T\u00fcrkiye, Kosovo, Mauritius, and the Global ESCO Network. Key Themes and Insights Global [&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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