Due to the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine, the Spanish government has decided on “urgent measures” to save and use energy more efficiently. In the future, all buildings in the public sector, but also department stores, cinemas, workshops, hotels, train stations and airports will be allowed to cool their buildings to as much as 27 degrees in the summer and heat up to a maximum of 19 degrees in the winter.
That was decided during the weekly cabinet meeting in Madrid, Minister for Ecological Change, Teresa Ribera, said Monday evening. According to Ribera, the measures of the royal decree must be implemented at the latest after an “adjustment period” of one week after publication in the Official Gazette. They will remain in force until November 1, 2023. They are the first package of measures needed in a “critical situation”. Europe needs Spain’s help. “It is time to show solidarity,” emphasized the minister of the left-wing government.
Shop doors must remain closed
Among other measures, shops and establishments with automated systems, which must be installed by September 30, must keep their doors closed to prevent heat or cold air from escaping depending on the season. Even in unused offices, shop windows and monuments, the lighting must be switched off after 10 p.m. The energy efficiency assessments of certain buildings should be brought forward. The private sector called on Ribera to work from home more.
Spain wants to reduce gas consumption by seven percent
With these and other measures to be decided after the summer holidays, Spain plans to deliver on the commitments it made as part of the European emergency plan agreed in recent weeks. The country must reduce gas consumption by seven percent. Like other EU countries, Spain initially opposed the emergency plan, but eventually approved it after making concessions.
Source: Krone
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