Table 2.

Set of barriers limiting the implementation of energy efficiency policies in the specific sector.

Building sector
Economic barriers	Socio-economic status of building users
	Lack of funds, high capital costs and financial risk
	Limited payback expectations / investment horizons
	Building stock characteristics
	Split incentive
Institutional Barriers	Complex/inadequate regulatory procedures
	Lack of relevant legislation
	Training and skills of professionals
Behavioural Barriers	Customs, habits, and relevant behavioural aspects
	Lack of awareness on saving potentials
	Lack of interest and undervaluing EE
	Lack of trusted information and experience
Transport sector
Economic barriers	Lack of finance for new vehicles / public transport
	Low purchasing power of consumers / financial crisis
Institutional Barriers	Limited infrastructure investment
	Inefficient transport infrastructure and planning
	No national strategy for sustainable urban mobility
	Lack of integrated governance
	Lack of cycling / walking infrastructure
	Lack of rail transportation / infrastructure
	Transport EE on the Government agenda lacking / underrepresented
	Lack of infrastructure for recharging of electric vehicles
Behavioural Barriers	Low satisfaction with public transport/lack of trust
	Environmental concern / low priority