5 Most Efficient Countries in the World

1. France

Total Final Energy Consumption (Ktoe): 151,378

ACEEE Score: 74.5

Industrial Sector Score: 18

ETI Score: 70.6

Average: 54.36

France has been prominent in energy efficiency efforts, especially concerning the E.U.’s Energy efficiency directives. It has the second-largest nuclear fleet in the world. It will reduce the energy share of nuclear power to 50% in its electricity mix by 2035. The country aims to reduce energy consumption by 20% by 2030 and 37% reduction in GHG emissions below 2005 levels by 2030. It has set a net zero emission target for 2050. The white certificate trading program has also been pivotal in achieving this goal. The government policy encourages low-energy buildings. France is the most efficient country in the world, in terms of energy efficiency.

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