European Court of Auditors criticizes member states' use of EU energy renovation funds

European Court of Auditors finds EU energy renovation funds are not effectively reducing consumption. Member states prioritize quick projects over impactful ones. The report states that member states are favoring simpler, faster renovation projects instead of those with greater energy efficiency benefits. This approach hinders the EU's climate goals. Two-thirds of building energy comes from fossil fuels. The court criticizes the lack of evaluation for actual energy savings, citing Italy's "Superbonus" program as an inefficient use of EU funds.