The Malta Business Bureau, together with its partners from eight other EU member states, has launched a LIFE funded EcoSMEnergy project, focused on promoting the uptake of energy audits and management systems to reduce energy consumption and costs.

The initiative specifically targets manufacturing SMEs across key sectors, including chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, rubber and plastic products, metal products, electronics, electrical equipment, machinery and automotive manufacturing.

The EcoSMEnergy project aims to foster a holistic approach to sustainable energy management.  It provides SMEs with the knowledge and tools to effectively navigate the complex energy landscape through Energy Management Systems (EnMS), energy audits, training, and access to funding opportunities.

“SMEs operating within the manufacturing industry face the significant challenge of high energy consumption, leading to increased operational costs and emissions,” explained Mario Xuereb, CEO of MBB. “EcoSMEnergy guides them towards long-term competitiveness by showcasing energy-efficient technologies and streamlining access to funding.”.

Project Highlights:

• Implement energy efficiency measures with expert business support.
• Learn to monitor and optimize energy use through training and e-learning on Energy Management Systems.
• Access funding opportunities to invest in sustainable energy solutions.

By empowering SMEs to become more energy-efficient, EcoSMEnergy directly supports the EU’s mission to reduce energy consumption and achieve climate neutrality by 2050.

EcoSMEnergy is a collaborative initiative, implemented by Eurochambres (Belgium – Lead), Malta Business Bureau, Chamber of Commerce and Industry (France), The Official Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Services and Navigation of Barcelona (Spain), University of Brescia (Italy), Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Estonia), Latvian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Latvia), Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Cyprus), Cyprus Energy Agency (Cyprus), EWI Energy Institute for Business (Austria), SEnerCon GmbH (Germany) and EKODOMA (Latvia).

Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or CINEA. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

The Malta Business Bureau is the EU business advisory of The Malta Chamber and the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association. It is also a partner of the Enterprise Europe Network.