Monitoring and Verification Schemes

Latvia has in place an M&V system since 2010, based on the ex-post evaluation of the achieved energy savings. However, the current scope of covered measures includes only energy efficiency improvements in buildings. The existing M&V system also covers only those energy efficiency measures and projects, which are co-financed by the EU Funds or by national public budget support. Finally, specific procedures for the verification and the auditing of the achieved energy savings have been developed.

Best practice cases have been identified under the following topics:

  • Administrative authorities and their responsibilities
  • Data collection procedures
  • Reporting obligations

Here is the full report on European best practices for M&V schemes and coordination mechanisms

Coordination Mechanisms

Latvia has no separate coordination body for energy policy development and energy policy implementation. Nevertheless, the Latvian Association of Local and Regional Governments as well as the Association of District Heat Producers are active partners, contributing their opinions and comments in the development of legislative documents/acts. Finally, information campaigns have been arranged to enhance the existing level of skills and knowledge of the involved stakeholders.

Best practice cases have been identified under the following topics:

  • Allocation of responsibilities
  • Coordination bodies
  • Other coordination fora and energy networks
  • Legal and economic instruments for involving local and regional authorities’
  • Policies redesign and access to data and information

Here is the full report on European best practices for M&V schemes and coordination mechanisms