UNEP’s United for Efficiency (U4E) initiative, in collaboration with the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) and Côte d’Ivoire’s Ministry of Mines, Petroleum and Energy (MME), has officially launched the project “Complementing HFC Mitigation and Reducing Cooling-Related Emissions by Improving the Energy Efficiency of Cooling Equipment.” The initiative will support Côte d’Ivoire’s transition to energy-efficient cooling and low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants. The project aims to ...Read More
From Air Conditioners to Data Centres: U4E Deepens Engagement in Malaysia
From 6 to 10 April 2026, the UNEP-United for Efficiency (U4E) initiative conducted an in-person mission to Malaysia, engaging with key federal and state-level stakeholders across two strategic areas: sustainable cooling through Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and sustainable data centre development. The mission confirmed strong momentum for U4E support and highlighted Malaysia's growing ambition to position itself as a leader in energy efficiency within Southeast Asia. Advancing ...Read More
ASEAN Strengthens Regional Cooperation on Energy-Efficient Appliances at Jakarta Meeting
A new high-level Task Force on cooling, a regional roadmap for refrigerator standards, and a strengthened framework for Mutual Recognition Arrangements were among the key outcomes agreed at the 3rd Meeting of the ASEAN EE&C-SSN Working Group on Appliances, held in Jakarta on 9 March 2026. With the new APAEC 2026–2030 cycle underway, the meeting marked a pivotal moment in ASEAN's ambition to accelerate the transition to energy-efficient, climate-friendly appliances across the ...Read More
Rwanda Boosts Cooling Compliance with PRS Training and Regional Webinar
Under the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Readiness Project Rwanda Cooling Initiative: Enabling Deployment of Energy-Efficient and Climate-Friendly Cooling, UNEP’s United for Efficiency (U4E), in partnership with the Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA), is supporting the implementation of Rwanda’s regulatory framework for energy-efficient and climate-friendly cooling. In February 2026, this support translated into two key milestones: a national training on the Product Registration ...Read More
U4E highlights long-term impact of energy efficiency at Africa Energy Efficiency Alliance Conference
From 8 to 11 December 2025, UNEP-U4E took part in the Inaugural African Energy Efficiency Alliance Conference (AfEEC 2025) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The event brought together African governments, regional institutions, and international partners to reaffirm energy efficiency as a cornerstone of Africa’s sustainable energy future. U4E’s participation reflected not only its engagement in the conference itself, but also more than a decade of sustained technical support to several countries and ...Read More
December 2025 Issue of the U4E Newsletter Now Available
Stay up to date with the latest developments from U4E. Our quarterly newsletter highlights global progress in advancing energy efficiency through U4E’s initiatives, tools, and partnerships. The December 2025 issue features: Strengthening sustainable cold-chain systems in Kenya and Rwanda, supporting farmers with improved access to energy-efficient refrigeration, reduced post-harvest losses, and increased income opportunities Outcomes from U4E’s 2nd Global Partners’ Meeting, ...Read More
U4E shares new research insights on advancing sustainable cooling at Energise India 2025
At the 2025 edition of Energise India, UNEP's United for Efficiency (U4E) presented new evidence on how improving performance evaluation and strengthening policy implementation can accelerate the global transition to more sustainable air conditioners (ACs) and heat pumps. The study, Advancing Performance Evaluation and Policy Implementation for More Sustainable Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps, was authored by experts from U4E, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, RMI and CEPT ...Read More
Tunisia Advances Energy-Efficient Lighting with U4E Technical Training
From 17 to 19 November, U4E delivered a three-day technical lighting training in Hammamet, Tunisia, bringing together 37 government officers and technical professionals from key national institutions. The workshop marked an important step as the country prepares to implement new Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and labelling requirements for lighting. This activity was implemented under the GEF project “Leapfrogging Tunisia’s Lighting Market to High-Efficiency Technologies,” ...Read More
U4E’s 2nd Partners’ Meeting Strengthens Global Collaboration on Energy Efficiency
UNEP's United for Efficiency (U4E) hosted its annual Partners' Meeting on 3–4 December in Paris. The event brought together around 35 representatives from governments, industry, regional centres of excellence, financial institutions, and international organizations to shape the next phase of cooperation on energy-efficient products and systems. The meeting opened with remarks from Ruth do Coutto, Deputy Director of UNEP’s Climate Change Division, and Hongpeng Lei, Chief of the Climate ...Read More
Efficient Cooling and Ventilation for Comfort and Decarbonization: Highlights from COP30
As heatwaves intensify and cities grow, countries are urgently seeking ways to provide cooling that protects people without increasing emissions. At COP30, the session “Efficient Cooling and Ventilation for Comfort and Decarbonization” brought together global leaders to explore how efficient technologies, robust policies, and regional collaboration can reshape one of the world’s fastest-growing energy demand sectors. The discussion underscored a clear message: sustainable cooling is now ...Read More
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