The ENSPOL project focuses on exchanging knowledge on the implementation of energy efficiency obligation schemes and alternative measures to inform and improve the implementation of the 2012/27/EU directive on energy efficiency (Article 7). The ENSPOL project has identified two main barriers to the introduction of new EEOs and alternative policy measures. Firstly the complexity of setting them up and secondly accessing information related to the implementation approaches already being taken in different EU MS (and beyond). There are many options available for creating new schemes, it is therefore important that MSs considering their introduction receive detailed information about the pro and cons of different approaches.

In order to facilitate the exchange of information and disseminate the outputs of ENSPOL, the project has committed to developing an online platform where all stakeholders can access information and guidance related to Article 7 implementation. This document aims to set out some ideas about how the stakeholder platform could work and what should be contained within this facility. We are seeking the views of those who may use it to shape out what this platform should look like and how it will be used. The following section presents the options we have considered and starts to ask questions of you as a potential user of this platform.