04 May 2023
Eurofuel newsletter #3
The third EUROFUEL newsletter of 2023 looks primarily at the arduous challenge posed to our industry by the recently published draft act revising the ecodesign and energy labelling rules for space heaters. At the same time, we also take stock of the fast-approaching end of the long legislative marathon of the EU Green Deal.
16 March 2023
Eurofuel welcomes the recognition of the role of liquid fuels in decarbonising heating
The European Parliament adopted on 14 March 2023 its position on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
09 March 2023
Joint Statement on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)
4 associations active in the liquid heating fuels industry, namely ECFD (European Confederation of Fuel Distributors), Eurofuel (European Liquid Heating Fuels Association), FuelsEurope (European Petroleum Refiners Association) and UPEI (Europe's Independent Fuel Suppliers), publish a joint letter on the revision of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
Eurofuel - Publications - Joint Statement on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)
03 March 2023
Eurofuel newsletter #2
Hot from the press! The latest Eurofuel newsletter is out. We are discussing the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive and the Green Industrial Plan.
24 February 2023
The role of renewable liquid fuels in the energy transition
Sandrine Devos, Secretary General at Eurofuel, discusses the importance of renewable liquid fuels and the important issues to be tackled in order to maintain a sustainable supply in Innovation News Network
Full article: https://www.innovationnewsnetwork.com/role-renewable-liquid-fuels-energy-transition/30128/
09 January 2023
Eurofuel newsletter #1
The first Eurofuel newsletter of the year is available! Check https://eurofuel.eu/publications/newsletters… to get a look back and a look forward on the Fit for 55 Package.
01 December 2022
Joint Statement on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)
4 associations active in the liquid heating fuels industry, namely ECFD (European Confederation of Fuel Distributors), Eurofuel (European Liquid Heating Fuels Association), FuelsEurope (European Petroleum Refiners Association) and UPEI (Europe's Independent Fuel Suppliers), publish a joint letter on the revision of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
04 November 2022
Eurofuel newsletter #6
This edition of the Eurofuel newsletter will provide a summary on recent energy development, with a focus on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive negotiations.
24 October 2022
Meet Mo and Sue...
…the stars of the new Future Ready Fuel campaign video!
Follow the off-grid neighbours as they begin their journey towards greener heating at home.
While Mo follows government advice and installs a heat pump, Sue does some research and switches to HVO instead…
21 October 2022
Liquid fuels will be part of the decarbonised heating
On 11 and 12 October, policy experts and key stakeholders from across Europe participated in a Technical Workshop and a Policy Workshop organised by Eurofuel to exchange on the role of renewable liquid fuels in the decarbonisation of the European heating sector.
14 October 2022
06 October 2022
How sustainable liquid fuels will contribute to the energy transition in buildings
You can still register to our Technical event on 11 October and Policy conference on 12 October.
21 September 2022
Register for Eurofuel events - How sustainable liquid fuels will contribute to the energy transition in buildings
11-12 October 2022
The full programme and registration are available.
16 September 2022
USA: Inflation Reduction Act Recognizes Low-Carbon Liquid Heating Fuels for GHG Reductions
Congress and President Biden have recognized the critical role that the transition to low-carbon biofuels in homes heated with fuel oil will play in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG).
09 September 2022
Eurofuel releases its 2050 Roadmap: the contribution of liquid fuels to the decarbonisation of heating
Eurofuel, the European Liquid Heating Fuels Association, releases today its Roadmap 2050. Through this roadmap, Eurofuel and its members set the path towards an inclusive decarbonised heating, sustainable for rural and off-grid areas.
07 September 2022
Eurofuel newsletter #5
Back to school: This edition of the Eurofuel newsletter will provide an overview of the EU latest responses to the energy crisis as well as take stock of the most relevant amendments submitted to the EPBD proposal.
01 September 2022
18 August 2022
Save the date for our October events
How to transition to low-carbon liquid fuels in a sector such as heating of off-grid homes, where alternatives are scarcely available? The energy transition requires to address all the energy carriers. Several studies show that liquid fuels will still be needed in the future.
On 11 and 12 October 2022, in the European quarter in Brussels, Eurofuel will dedicate two mornings to these topics and see how sustainable liquid fuels will contribute to the energy transition in buildings.
01 July 2022
Eurofuel newsletter #4
Summer reading: catch up with the latest developments for the heating sector:
21 June 2022
Eurofuel's General Assembly elects its Board
Eurofuel had its Assembly General on 21 June 2022 in Dijon.
08 June 2022
Greece heads for a 30% share of renewable in heating oil
Greece passed its first climate law on 26 May 2022
07 June 2022
UK conference focuses on renewable liquid heating fuels
Eurofuel and its members support a low-carbon and renewable pathway for liquid heating fuel. Amongst the latest examples, our member OFTEC, a leading 'not for profit' trade organisation for the heating and cooking industries in the UK and Republic of Ireland, announces a conference that will focus on renewable liquid fuels.
31 May 2022
Eastern Energy Expo is over, the pathway to deploy low carbon and renewable liquid fuels to heating is in front of us
With attendance exceeding 3,100 participants and 190 exhibiting companies, Eastern Energy Expo, the US "must go to" comfort and energy trade show, reports a hugely successful convention and trade show as it marked the return to an in-person event.
The Expo received accolades from attendees, exhibitors and sponsors with more than 60 business programs convened during the event.
26 May 2022
Eurofuel joins the Renewable and Low-Carbon Fuels Value Chain Industrial Alliance
On 6 April 2022, Commissioner Adina Vălean, with the support of key industrial partners and trade associations, launched the Renewable and Low-Carbon Fuels Value Chain Industrial Alliance to boost the supply and support the demand of these fuels in Europe in line with the EU climate ambition by 2050.
19 May 2022
Eurofuel launches its blog
Every two weeks, Eurofuel will provide articles to present the news related to the liquid fuels sector.
11 May 2022
Eurofuel at Eastern Energy Expo
Eastern Energy Expo 2022 is a two-day trade show, showcasing the latest and best in products and services for the petroleum marketing and HVAC (Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) industry.
10 May 2022
Eurofuel newsletter #3
Much has changed in the last few months, and Europe is learning the hard way not to put all its eggs in one basket when it comes to energy. This makes the liquid fuel solution even more relevant, both for the security of supply and for the energy transition. Catch up with the latest developments for the heating sector:
11 March 2022
Eurofuel newsletter #2
In the midst of the energy crisis, catch up with the latest news and the views of the liquid heating fuels sector.
08 February 2022
Future Fuels: the future is hapenning now
On 18 January, Eurofuel organised an online Technical Webinar entitled “Future fuels: the future is happening now”.
If you missed it, here are the key take-aways:
- low carbon and renewable liquid fuels reduce CO2 emissions
- the technology is ready: to upscale their production, what is needed is an enabling policy framework to encourage investments
- they are compatible with existing boilers
- they are a credible alternative to other solutions to decarbonise heating
10 January 2022
Eurofuel Technical Online Webinar - Future Fuels: the future is happening now
Join our free webinar on the deployment of low-carbon and renewable liquid fuels on 18 January 2022, 14h00-16h30 (CET)
The deployment of renewable and low carbon liquid fuels is on its way! Fuel producers will showcase their latest developments, while boiler manufacturers will present their work on the compatibility between these new products and their boilers.
07 January 2022
France agrees to transition towards liquid biofuels for heating
The French Government has adopted a decree, regulating the installation of new thermal equipment in new and existing buildings (residential and tertiary). It was published in the Official Journal on 6 January, and aims at limitating greenhouse gas emissions from new heating equipment.
07 January 2022
Read our newsletter to start the year
Eurofuel newsletter #1
After a well deserved break, catch up with the latest news and the views of the liquid heating fuels sector.
16 December 2021
29 October 2021
The latest Eurofuel newsletter is out!
Eurofuel newsletter #6
While the weather is definitely turning to automn, stay warm by reading your newsletter under the blanket: catch up with the latest news and the views of the liquid heating fuels on the Fit for 55 Package26 October 2021
Fit for 55 Package - Eurofuel's position on the EC proposals
The proposals from the European Commission on the Energy Taxation Directive, the Renewable Energy Directive, the Energy Efficiency Directive, and the Emission Trading System, aim – amongst others – at decarbonising the heating sector. Eurofuel presents its position on the key documents.
08 October 2021
#FutureFuelsFriday - part 5
Every Friday over the course of 5 weeks, Eurofuel will present the "Future Fuels" in the framework of the EU Sustainable Energy Days.
#FutureFuelsFriday - Part 5: What will the sector look like in 2050?01 October 2021
#FutureFuelsFriday - part 4
Every Friday over the course of 5 weeks, Eurofuel will present the "Future Fuels" in the framework of the EU Sustainable Energy Days.
#FutureFuelsFriday - Part 4: Future fuels: the future is happening now!
27 September 2021
Quel avenir pour le fioul domestique?
Eurofuel a participé à la conférence de la FF3C intitulée : « Le remplacement du chauffage au fioul domestique, entre pragmatisme et dogmatisme ? » organisée en partenariat avec Les Echos, le 22 septembre. Une excellente occasion de communiquer sur le rôle essentiel du secteur dans la transition énergétique.
Pour revoir l'évènement:https://youtu.be/rdeKzE3R3AM24 September 2021
#FutureFuelsFriday - part 3
Every Friday over the course of 5 weeks, Eurofuel will present the "Future Fuels" in the framework of the EU Sustainable Energy Days.
#FutureFuelsFriday - Part 3: Low carbon & renewable fuels: How sustainable are they?
17 September 2021
#FutureFuelsFriday - part 2
Every Friday over the course of 5 weeks, Eurofuel will present the "Future Fuels" in the framework of the EU Sustainable Energy Days.
#FutureFuelsFriday - Part 2: Liquid fuels for heating - A variety of processes
10 September 2021
#FutureFuelsFriday - part 1
Every Friday over the course of 5 weeks, Eurofuel will present the "Future Fuels" in the framework of the EU Sustainable Energy Days.
#FutureFuelsFriday - Part 1: Liquid fuels for heating: why we need them even more for the energy transition
27 August 2021
Eurofuel participates in International Downstream Week
The Bottom of the Barrel has traditionally been a key topic at the #InternationalDownstreamWeek for the past 20 years.
IDW 2021 is the only event dedicating a whole day to this topic.
The event will take place from 28 till 30 September, online.Eurofuel will contribute on day 3, talking about "The Future of Liquid Heating Fuel" - Don't miss this!
More information and registration: https://europetro.com/event/370
26 August 2021
IWO Germany participates in the IAA
Single or multi-path to Climate Neutrality: How do we achieve Climate Targets for Road Traffic?
E-mobility will make a significant contribution to achieving climate targets for road transport. What role can alternative fuels play? How appropriate are the CO2 regulations being passed into law? This panel is presented by the Institute for Heat and Mobility (IWO), a partner of the IAA Conference. Speaker: John Cooper (Director General, Fuels Europe), Dr. Stefan Bratzel (Director, Center of Automotive Management), Stefan Gerwens (Director of Transport, ADAC) Moderator: Adrian Willig (Managing Director IWO)
The mobility and technology sectors will meet for the first IAA in Munich from September 7 to 12, 2021. Our German member IWO Germany will participate, don't miss their contribution!
You will find more information here: https://www.iaa.de/de/veranstaltung/single-or-multi-path-to-climate-neutrality-how-do-we-achieve-climate-targets-for-road-traffic01 July 2021
Summer reading: the Eurofuel newsletter
Eurofuel newsletter #4
Updates on the Fit for 55 Package before its release on 14 July, highlights from the 2nd edition of the Eurofuel/NORA conference, and the case for innovative liquid fuels31 May 2021
Eurofuel / NORA event 2021
The National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA) and Eurofuel, the liquid heating oil European association, hosted their second annual conference titled, Low-Carbon Liquid Heating Fuels: Putting the Pieces Together.
Did you miss it? you can watch the replays:
Policy session (20 May): REPLAY
Technical session (27 May): REPLAY
05 May 2021
The latest statistics on liquid heating fuels are available
Our latest data is available: https://www.eurofuel.eu/about-liquid-fuel/facts-figures/eu-energy-overview
03 May 2021
Hot off the press
Eurofuel newsletter #3
Climate law: We have a deal! What does it mean for the liquid heating fuels sector?29 April 2021
Registration to our next event is now open!
"The future of liquid heating fuels: Putting the pieces together" is a two-day event (20 and 27 May 2021) that will feature speakers and topics with the goal of putting the pieces in place to answer the questions on transitioning heating to low-carbon fuels.
Check out the programme here
Registration is free but mandatory: REGISTER NOW
26 March 2021
IWO field tests
IWO Germany presented during ISH2021 the vision of the liquid heating fuel industry, and in particular the field tests which the sector is running with boiler manufacturers to ensure the compatibility with low carbon liquid fuels.
26 March 2021
Let's draw a future proof heating
Eurofuel presents its heating solutions contributing to the EU’s 2050 decarbonisation ambitions.