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A consistent growth of energy efficiency is one of the three pillars of Austria’s energy policy, alongside a development of renewable energy sources and a reduction of environmentally hazardous emissions. Austrian policy aims at establishing a stable and effective energy system that guarantees secure energy supply, at the same time minimising environmental hazards while remaining economically efficient. Austria is a good example of a state that successfully implements energy efficiency measures, as it has the highest number of passive houses per resident in Europe and a sound policy on waste management. The text outlines the challenges facing Austria with respect to energy efficiency and consumption reduction and examines the strategies for the future, taking into account the country’s specific natural conditions.