Initiatives to Boost
Energy Efficiency Solutions
Michaela Sadleder, October 09, 2014
The most valuable energy is the energy we do not
consume
Technologies are
available…..
Lighting
…but adoption
rates are low…
Building automation
Mechanical energy
e-Mobility
Measuring & Metering
…and often
offered isolated.
Cooling technology
Domestic appliances
Renewable energy
…and a lot more
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Austrian climate change report – a variety of implications
Temperature rise
Tourism
Local / regional food
Heat waves
Ecosystems
Health issues
i.e. glaciers & moor
Pests
Migration
Livestock
Infrastructur
Economic consequences
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Austrian climate change report – a key message to the
economy
“The economy has to
change – a transformation
will enable new business
models. A paradigm shift in
existing behaviours will be
essential in order to reach
2050 targets.”
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Energy Efficiency: a new law in Austria
Some
stakeholders see
opportunities…..
Some others see
risks & financial
burdens…..
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REXEL is initiating the transformation with
ENERGY SOLUTIONS
Taking the
responsibility…
…and enabling a
roll-out of
intelligent energy
solutions
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Rexel has a pivotal role in the value chain
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Rexel provides sustainable and innovative products and services for automation,
technical supply and energy management and designs solutions in construction,
renovation and maintenance
Strong partnerships with
SUPPLIERS
Proximity to
CUSTOMERS
BALANCED END-MARKETS
– 38 COUNTRIES
A WIDE RANGE
OF PRODUCTS
SUPPLIERS
Lighting
ENERGY
PROVIDERS
Home
Automation
Security and
communication
Industrial
equipment
Smart
products
LARGE
INSTALLERS
Climate
control
Comprehensive
Offering
(one-stop shop)
SUPPLY CHAIN
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS
Cables
Renewables
SERVICES
ADVICE
AND
(energy consulting)
RESIDENTIAL
Social and
private housing
COMMERCIAL
Offices, hotels
and hospitals
INDUSTRY
Automotive,
oil&gas
and mining
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HOW can we boost energy efficiency?
Products,
solutions,
value added
services
Networking
& new
partnerships
Training
Training content
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Energy KPIs
Basics of energy flows
Legal facts
Government & other rebate
schemes
Identifying energy efficiency
potentials in technology &
behaviour
Technology & innovation
How to win a customer
How to present the added value
How to get the message across
Industrial end user training
Across the value chain
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Team up with regional energy
auditors
Team up with authorities
Team up with utilities
Team up with technology
partners
REXEL is exploring new models
Supporting projects fighting fuel
poverty and providing access to
energy efficiency for all
Technology - fast
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Independent full range
product offer
Integrated solutions
supporting the installer
Dedicated energy
consulting support for
complex applications
Rebate management
Rebate support
Rebate models
Measuring
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High quality along the value chain is essential
Products,
solutions,
rebate
support
Networking
& new
partnerships
Training
High quality
intelligent energy
solutions
Consistent
quality criteria
are needed
sustainable
boost of energy
efficiency
create
sustainable and
recognized green
jobs
Austria becomes
a country of
reference in
energy efficiency
Energy Efficiency – the most valuable energy is the energy we do not consume
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