Energy Efficiency Policies in Europe: Energiesprong (Energy Leap) in The Netherlands

The Energiesprong programme in the Netherlands aims to make a substantial contribution to the conditions under which the Dutch energy transition can be achieved effectively. The mission of the Energiesprong programme is to contribute to the creation of appropriate market conditions for a large scale demand and supply of energy efficiency buildings. Overall target and achievement are at reducing the energy consumption of buildings by facilitating a large scale implementation of nearly zero energy buildings. It has some specific types of policies such as demonstration projects, information tools for investors and users, and Innovation Network Programme which are concentrating on residential sectors. 

This research from the Energy Efficiency Watch 3 project informs on the progress of EU Member States with regards to energy efficiency policies. The core objective of EEW3 is to establish a constant feedback loop on the implementation of European and national energy efficiency policies and thus enable mutual learning on effective policy making across the EU. It compiles 28 country reports, provides strategic conclusions for more effective policies and presents 10 case studies of well-established policy packages and a Feedback Loop Report. It thereby intends to improve the implementation of European energy efficiency policies on the energy demand side.