Improving industrial energy efficiency: global cases and policy trends

Global industrial energy efficiency reaches a new level

In 2026, the global industrial energy efficiency field will usher in a number of major developments. From technological innovation to policy support, the efforts of all parties are gradually being transformed into practical results, injecting new impetus into industrial low-carbon transformation and green development.

CNTE Belgium industrial and commercial energy storage project successfully put into operation

Recently, CNTE successfully put into operation a 1.725MW/4.07MWh industrial and commercial energy storage project in Belgium. This project not only provides stable power supply for local industrial and commercial users, but also greatly improves energy efficiency and reduces carbon emissions through the use of energy storage technology. The promotion and use of energy storage technology marks a new stage in industrial energy efficiency improvement, that is, efficient use of energy through intelligent management.

Forvia partners with Siemens to jointly promote industrial energy efficiency

At the same time, Forvia has reached a cooperation with Siemens, aiming to jointly promote energy efficiency in the industrial production process through technological innovation and practical exploration. Forvia said that by adopting Siemens' advanced automation and digital solutions, it is expected to significantly reduce energy consumption and improve production efficiency. This cooperation case provides valuable experience for other industries, that is, through cross-border cooperation and technological innovation, the problem of low energy utilization efficiency can be effectively solved.

China TCL Group: Promoting global value chain innovation with ESG

In China, TCL Group is leading the green transformation of the global value chain with its unique ESG (environmental, social and governance) strategy. TCL not only actively implements energy conservation and emission reduction measures in its production process, but also promotes environmentally friendly behaviors of upstream and downstream enterprises through supply chain management. The success of this strategy not only brings economic benefits to the company, but also makes an important contribution to the sustainable development of the entire industry and society. The example of TCL proves that enterprises can play a major role in improving industrial energy efficiency and drive the overall progress of the industrial chain through their own transformation.

Policy updates: European industrial electricity price reform approved

The European Commission formally approved a reform measure for industrial electricity prices in April 2026. The measure aims to encourage industrial enterprises to adopt more efficient energy management solutions and technologies by adjusting the electricity price system, thereby reducing energy consumption and improving competitiveness. The introduction of this policy marks Europe's determination to improve industrial energy efficiency, and also indicates that more policy support and technological innovation will be introduced into this field in the future.

Energy efficiency improvement trends in a global context

Globally, energy efficiency improvement has become one of the key issues for industrial development. Not only is the continued rise in energy costs putting economic pressure on industrial enterprises, but more importantly, in the face of the challenge of global climate change, improving energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions has become a responsibility that all countries and regions must bear. The positive actions of enterprises and governments in China, Europe and other places in this field not only help achieve their own sustainable development goals, but also contribute wisdom and strength to the global response to climate change.