More than just a winter problem
Energy poverty affects roughly 9% of EU households — over 41 million people in 2023. The European Commission defines it as households spending more than 10% of disposable income on energy, OR being unable to keep the home adequately warm.
Solutions sit on three levels: • HOUSEHOLD: draught-proofing, thicker curtains, lower heating-flow temperature. • COMMUNITY: shared 'warm spaces' in libraries and community centres in winter. • POLICY: the EU Social Climate Fund (2026 onwards) and national renovation grants.
Local energy advice charities offer free home-visits — search 'energy advice <your city>'.
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