Why Energy Efficiency Matters and How to Scale It Up

Energy efficiency is among the cheapest
and cleanest energy resources available. The World Bank,
together with its development partners and client
governments, is making a commitment to ensure that energy
efficiency becomes the “first fuel” of energy policy makers
and governments around the world. This brief highlights
lessons learned from two decades of energy efficiency
programs in many countries. Five recommendations are offered
at the end of the brief.