Energy efficiency’s key role in explaining the performance of energy consumption in Andalusia (Spain)

The EU commitment to improve energy efficiency is conditioned not only by the countries but also role that European regions adopt when they develop their own policies. Concretely, due economic and characteristics of Andalusia, this region conditions achievement Spain’s goals in terms efficiency. This paper aims highlight key played efficiency, explaining consumption behaviour Andalusia comparison with Spanish average for period 2000–2015. analyses topic through Logarithmic Mean Divisia Index (LMDI) decomposition method a decoupling index analysis. results show although measures have been globally effective reducing intensity between 2000 2015, still has higher than more efforts should be made order reduce it contribute targets. main focused on industry primary sectors. policy recommendation are two. First, bring situation closer therefore second, decouple from growth, thus contributing reduction CO2 emissions.