EGEC strongly supports the Commission’s approach towards ending Europe’s dependence on Russian oil and gas by enhancing energy efficiency and accelerating the deployment of renewable energy. The geothermal sector stands ready to play a central role in this transition.
Geothermal energy is a scalable, homegrown solution that can rapidly contribute to reducing fossil fuel imports. Accelerating the deployment of geothermal heat pumps and geothermal DHC (district heating and cooling), alongside geothermal electricity generation, could enable the European Union to reduce its annual gas consumption by more than 25 billion cubic metres by the end of 2027.
In order to deliver its objectives, the Commission’s roadmap must be backed by firm implementation measures that will drive the decarbonization of Europe’s electricity and heating and cooling sectors, and unlock geothermal’s full potential to deliver clean, affordable, and secure energy:
“Geothermal energy can provide Europe with abundant, affordable, and clean power, heating and cooling,” said Philippe Dumas, Secretary-General of EGEC. “But we need a level playing field in the heat market and immediate action to deliver on this roadmap’s ambition.”
Sanjeev Kumar, EGEC’s Policy Director, added, “Without a dedicated Geothermal Action Plan and a European Geothermal Industrial Alliance, the Commission’s roadmap risks falling short. Geothermal is not just a climate solution — it is also a sovereignty strategy that supports European industry.”
