According to a recent article by The newspaper, It is revealed that buildings represent 40% of energy consumption in Europe and more than a third of greenhouse gas emissions, according to estimates by the European Comission.
The problem with natural gas boilers
The main culprit behind this alarming figure is natural gas boilers, responsible for providing heat to a wide range of buildings, both residential and commercial (offices, schools, supermarkets, among others).
Against this backdrop, Europe has taken action on the matter. Starting January 1, 2025, European Union member countries will not be able to provide subsidies for boilers that run on fossil fuels, such as natural gas condensing units.
The underlying objective of this measure is to progressively reduce dependence on fossil fuels in home heating and cooling systems, with a view to completely eliminating boilers that use these types of fuels by 2040.
Ban on natural gas boilers
However, it is important to note that this measure does not imply a total ban on the installation of gas boilers in itself. According to Sedigas in the article mentioned by El Periódico, these technologies can continue to be installed in the future as long as they are prepared to work with renewable gases, such as biomethane or renewable hydrogen.
