Yvelines Reports Progress and Challenges in Ecological Transition
Yvelines shows progress and ongoing challenges in ecological transition efforts.
Key Points
- • Greenhouse gas emissions reduced by 22% from 2005 to 2021.
- • 58.5% of energy consumption is from buildings, followed by 28.9% from transport.
- • 64.5% of energy needs still depend on fossil fuels.
- • Yvelines lost 1,576 hectares of natural spaces from 2011 to 2021.
As ecological transition efforts continue in Yvelines, a recent report highlights significant progress made alongside ongoing challenges. Notably, greenhouse gas emissions have been reduced by 22% from 2005 to 2021, successfully meeting the regional climate and energy scheme objectives. However, transportation and buildings remain the primary culprits of these emissions, with buildings accounting for 58.5% of final energy consumption while transport follows at 28.9%.
A concerning aspect is that 64.5% of energy consumed in the region still comes from fossil fuels, leaving only 2.3% of energy needs covered by renewable sources as of 2021. The report also reveals that around 7% of homes in Yvelines still rely on oil for heating, emphasizing the urgent need for energy renovations.
Mobility presents a challenge as well, with 55.2% of the workforce commuting by car and a mere 1.6% opting for cycling. Additionally, Yvelines has lost 1,576 hectares of natural spaces from 2011 to 2021, propelling a commitment to achieve 'zero net artificialisation' by 2050. The State is playing an instrumental role through initiatives like the Community of Yvelinoise Ecological Transition, providing support to local authorities to boost ecological efforts.
The report underscores the dual nature of the ecological transition in Yvelines, recognizing the benchmarks achieved while clearly outlining the extensive efforts needed moving forward.