Electrification for energy sovereignty

Heating and cooling traditionally relied on fossil fuels, much of which was imported.

However, heat pumps use electricity and recovered heat, meaning they run on homegrown energy. This shields Europe from volatile fuel markets and unreliable supply.

Meeting the EU’s target to increase heat pump sales to 4 million per year by 2030 would ease consumers’ bills and cut residential energy use by at least 16%, according to the European Commission.

What should EU policymakers do?

Recognise heat pumps as a strategic energy security technology across buildings, industry and district heating

Prioritise heat pump deployment in energy security and resilience strategies

Ensure EU funding and policy frameworks support rapid electrification of heating and cooling as a core pillar of Europe’s security

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EU Parliament debate: electrification of heating for energy security

Energy security is not only about supply. It is also about price stability and protecting Europe’s economy fro...

20 May 2026

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EU confirms second Industrial Heat Auction after industry call

Less than a month after EHPA and industry partners called for a recurring EU Innovation Fund Heat Auction, the...

19 May 2026

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Energy crisis sees rise in heat pump sales

Sales of residential heat pumps went up 25% in the first quarter of 2026 in France, Germany and Poland on...

04 May 2026

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Manifesto: how to speed up heat pump rollout

In a world of geopolitical turmoil, fossil energy prices are spiking more than ever. Heat pumps replace fossil...

22 May 2026

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Joint letter: energy security and affordability in a new geopolitical era

Europe faces an increasingly volatile geopolitical landscape. Russia’s war against Ukraine and rising tensions...

13 May 2026

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Joint letter: accelerating flexible electrification demand in the EU

The electrification of buildings, transport and industry requires an energy system that is not only clean, but...

12 May 2026

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Heating and cooling traditionally relied on fossil fuels, much of which was imported.

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