The requirements proposed, in their current form, use largely not tested and unreliable standards, which are not developed by the approach of the standardization route scientifically supported by the European standardization system (CEN).
It is very similar to ideology to embark science and, frankly, it risks jobs, growth and environmental results worse. »»
Raymond Zantinc, president of Cefacd
Manufacturers have stressed that better deployment would include reasonable test standards as well as a more realistic period of five to seven years. This would allow sufficient preparation and adaptation, aligning better with industry capacities and the objectives of the European competitiveness compass.
With more than 41 million Europeans who already find it difficult to keep their homes adequately warm, this deployment plan leaves a large part of Europeans at risk of greatest energy poverty.
Many of us are counting on local radiators, especially in recent months with the cold in Europe. This local technology is used to improve our daily life, offering essential comfort and heating while supporting the energy sovereignty of Europe. While we go to renewable energies in Europe, the energy prices remain high and the interior stoves offer a heat source with a low and manageable carbon content which reduces constraint on electrical networks and gas networks. These stoves are particularly vital for vulnerable rural populations, providing profitable means to heat the houses in the midst of the continuous challenges of energy security and affordability.
These stoves are particularly vital for vulnerable rural populations, providing profitable means to heat the houses in the midst of the continuous challenges of energy security and affordability.
Maintaining wood produces sustainably fuel and promotes rural savings and supports responsible management of wood. The drop in this sector would not only have an impact on the affordability of energy, but also our maintenance of rural woods and the mixture of renewable energy. Biomass, including wood, is the main source of renewable energy in the EU and there are sustainability requirements for wood and wood pellets used to heat the houses. By eradicating the local solid fuel radiators, the Commission may undermine this part of our renewable energy mixture, which is an essential source of heating for certain Europeans.
Manufacturers also warn against the decision -making process. Cefacd secretary general James Verlaque said:“We are really concerned about the fact that the requirements offer elements according to an impact assessment which has not been made available to us. It is important that the Commission is transparent on the impact of its proposal because, on the basis of our evaluation, this legislation is not adapted to the objective. The legislation having such a strong impact on the European economy deserves the participation of the European Council and the European Parliament. Calling on standards that have such huge ramifications with an institution acting alone does not allow the necessary democratic surveillance that this deserves. »»
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