Brussels renews push to end daylight saving time over energy inefficiency
The European Commission is reviving efforts to abolish daylight saving time, supported by several member states, as the energy savings from the practice are now considered negligible.
| Countries | Belgique, Espagne, Finlande, Pologne |
|---|---|
| Companies | Commission européenne |
| Sector | Enjeux Énergétiques |
| Theme | Régulation & Gouvernance, Politique publique |
As European Union countries prepare to switch to winter time, the European Commission has reiterated its intention to abolish the biannual clock change, in place since the 1970s. Initially introduced to save energy during the oil crisis, the system is now viewed as outdated, both economically and energetically.
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