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AUSTRIA ENERGY

Figure 2: Development of the gross final energy consumption and the share of renewable energy in the years from 2005 till
2015 (Source: Austrian Statistical Office, Austrian Energy Agency)

of 1,050 PJ that was set by the Energy confirmation of these numbers, further Austrian Energy Agency
Efficiency Act. interpretations by the Statistical Office The Austrian Energy Agency
are not yet possible. provides answers for the future of
However, taking into account the energy. We provide scientifically
final energy consumption of 1,087 PJ The measures increasing the share of founded advice for decision-
in the year 2015, the value of 1,050 renewables in Austria have been quite makers in politics, business and
PJ by 2020 seems to be achievable. successful so far. From 2005 to 2015, administration. Our strategic focus
Preliminary numbers reported by the the share of renewables could be is on achieving a fossil-free future,
Austrian Statistical Office indicate an increased from 23,9% in 2005 to 32,8% shifting the energy system towards
increasing value up to 1,121 PJ in 2016 in 2015 (see Figure 2). Taking into smart energy, and supporting the
due to a cold winter in 2015/2016 account the present frame conditions, resulting transformation of energy-
and higher consumption rates in the it is expected that the 34% target in related industries. Our focus lies on
transportation sector. Before the final 2020 will be achieved by Austria. ● promoting energy efficiency and
renewable energy sources between
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