EU auditors say flagship home renovation fund failing to cut energy use

Published 16:01 on July 7, 2026 / Last updated at 16:27 on July 7, 2026 / / EMEA (Europe), Net Zero Transition (Litigation, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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Billions of euros in EU funding to improve the energy efficiency of homes are falling short of the bloc’s climate and energy objectives, the European Court of Auditors has warned in a new report published on Monday.
Billions of euros in EU funding to improve the energy efficiency of homes are falling short of the bloc’s climate and energy objectives, the European Court of Auditors has warned in a new report published on Monday.


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