Description

The indicator measures the share of population who are unable to afford to keep home adequately warm. Data for this indicator are being collected as part of the European Union Statistics on Income and Living Conditions (EU-SILC) to monitor the development of poverty and social inclusion in the EU. The data collection is based on a survey, which means that indicator values are self-reported.
Rationale

Data are collected through national surveys. EHIS can be conducted as a separate national survey or can be integrated into an existing national survey (e.g., national health survey, labor force survey, other household survey). In this way, member countries had maximum flexibility in implementation. However, across the EU the same data were collected according to a common list of variables and response categories.
Content and progress

The Action Plan on Affordable Energy proposes measures to stabilise energy prices, ensure supply security, and drive the energy transition. The European Pillar of Social Rights lists energy among the essential services that everyone should have access to. The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) assesses its state of play. The EU Energy Poverty Advisory Hub is an initiative that provides a central platform of energy poverty expertise for local authorities and other stakeholders.
Long-term objective

The long-term objective for this indicator is a value of 0.
Description

The indicator measures the share of population who are unable to afford to keep home adequately warm. Data for this indicator are being collected as part of the European Union Statistics on Income and Living Conditions (EU-SILC) to monitor the development of poverty and social inclusion in the EU. The data collection is based on a survey, which means that indicator values are self-reported.
Rationale

Indicator is used to monitor progress towards SDG 7 on affordable and clean energy, which is embedded in the European Commission’s Priorities under ‘Supporting people, strengthening our societies and our social model’. To accelerate the transition to an affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy system, countries need to facilitate access to clean energy research, promote investment in energy infrastructure and clean energy technology. The European Pillar of Social Rights lists energy among the essential services that everyone should have access to. With EU Energy Poverty Observatory, the EU seeks to help Member States in their efforts to decrease energy poverty and ensure access to affordable energy.
Content and progress

The Action Plan on Affordable Energy proposes measures to stabilise energy prices, ensure supply security, and drive the energy transition. The European Pillar of Social Rights lists energy among the essential services that everyone should have access to. The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) assesses its state of play. The EU Energy Poverty Advisory Hub is an initiative that provides a central platform of energy poverty expertise for local authorities and other stakeholders.
Long-term objective

The long-term objective for this indicator is a value of 0.
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