Analyzing the effects of the benchmark local initiatives of Covenant of Mayors signatories

摘要

In 2014, the European Union established a new climate and energy framework for 2020-2030, setting three key targets: a 40% emissions reduction and the achievement of a 27% share of renewable energy production and improvements in energy efficiency. All levels of governments should be involved in reaching these goals, with the role of local authorities being mainly important. Thus, the Covenant of Mayors has been developed as an initiative consisting of a voluntary agreement between local governments to reduce emissions, through specific action plans including policies promoting energy saving and renewable energy.