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Agriculture
fromIndependent
23 hours ago

'This could be groundbreaking for Ireland Inc and the midlands' - New research reveals transformative potential of 'energy parks'

Bord na Móna is set to transform state-owned bogland into energy-parks combining windfarms, data centres, and manufacturing facilities.
#germany
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany news: Merz questions coal reform amid Mideast crisis

Germany may need to extend the operation of coal-fired power plants due to the ongoing energy crisis.
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago
Environment

Germany at risk of missing 2030 climate targets

Germany risks missing 2030 and 2045 climate targets because current policies and proposed measures are insufficient to achieve required greenhouse gas reductions.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
20 hours ago

Thousands rally across Germany to call for faster green shift

Thousands protested in Germany for a faster transition to renewable energy, criticizing the government for hindering progress towards climate goals.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany news: Merz questions coal reform amid Mideast crisis

Germany may need to extend the operation of coal-fired power plants due to the ongoing energy crisis.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

Fuel rations and free buses: How countries have responded to rising oil prices

The International Energy Agency (IEA) says it is the 'largest supply disruption in history'. With the disruption expected to have a lasting impact on prices, governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact on consumers and the economy.
Europe news
Venture
fromTechCrunch
15 hours ago

Cracks are starting to form on fusion energy's funding boom | TechCrunch

Divergence in vision emerges among fusion startups as they consider going public and face concerns over premature market entry.
fromresund Startups
1 day ago

Investor Dialogue: building circular portfolio with Nordic ecosystems

The circular economy is not just a trend-it's a necessity for sustainable industrial and economic growth. However, investors often face challenges such as 'death by pilot,' regulatory hurdles, and the gap between technical readiness and market entry.
London startup
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Who'd have thought a fossil-fuel shill like Trump would be the one to spark a green revolution? | George Monbiot

Donald Trump has accelerated the energy transition despite fossil fuel companies' efforts to halt it.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US tech firms successfully lobbied EU to keep datacentre emissions secret

US tech companies influenced EU regulations to conceal environmental impacts of datacentres, limiting public access to crucial data.
#energy-crisis
fromFortune
3 days ago
World politics

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
World politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
Europe news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,' energy agency head warns

Europe has limited jet fuel supplies and faces potential flight cancellations due to the ongoing Iran war affecting oil supplies.
Europe news
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Europe Is Desperate for American Natural Gas. FCG Owns the Companies Selling It to Them

Europe is urgently seeking alternative energy sources due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis and rising oil prices.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.it
1 week ago

Driving and air conditioning: What's in Italy's energy-saving emergency plan?

Italy plans emergency measures to save energy due to potential fuel supply disruptions, including limits on air conditioning and car use.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

AI, energy, and the new rules of cloud sustainability competition | Computer Weekly

Cloud providers offer sustainability metrics, but lack standardization makes it difficult for enterprises to compare workloads effectively.
#energy-policy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Reeves looking to break link between gas cost and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Reeves vows to break link between cost of gas and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Desert power: The promise and paradox of solar

Noor, meaning light in Arabic, is a solar facility that produces enough energy to power more than a million homes, utilizing concentrated solar power instead of traditional PV panels.
Independent films
fromTNW | Investors-Funding
5 days ago

Europe's most important industrial decarbonisation project gets a lifeline

Stegra has agreed in principle on €1.4 billion in new financing to complete the construction of what would be the world's first large-scale green steel plant, located in Boden in northern Sweden.
Fundraising
France news
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

France unveils measures to speed up shift to electric power

France plans to accelerate the shift to electric power for transport and housing due to rising oil and gas prices from the Middle East conflict.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Record fuel prices: How are governments responding?

Governments worldwide are implementing various measures to combat record fuel prices amid significant increases due to geopolitical tensions.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Can Hungary wean itself off Russian energy, as its new leader has promised?

Peter Magyar aims to reduce Hungary's reliance on Russian oil and realign with the European Union after Viktor Orban's pro-Russia policies.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Trump says windmills put you out of business' as he hits out at UK North Sea policy

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
Environment
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NJ went all-in on wind power in 2022. This year, Gov. Sherrill says maybe someday.

New Jersey's energy strategy shifts focus from offshore wind to nuclear, solar, and battery storage under Governor Sherrill.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

How South Korea plans to use the Iran crisis to spur a renewables revolution

The village deliberately chose to spend solar income on welfare rather than individual dividends, a decision Jeon says residents made themselves rather than being persuaded. If you divide money as individual income, people feel disconnected.
Agriculture
#jet-fuel-crisis
Europe news
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Europe Has "Maybe 6 Weeks" of Jet Fuel Left, Top Energy Official Says

Europe has about six weeks of jet fuel left, risking widespread flight cancellations due to ongoing conflict.
Europe news
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Europe Has "Maybe 6 Weeks" of Jet Fuel Left, Top Energy Official Says

Europe has about six weeks of jet fuel left, risking widespread flight cancellations due to ongoing conflict.
Germany news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

I want to reform our country because a strong Germany is a precondition for a strong Europe

Wars and crises are undermining economies and security, necessitating a united European front for sovereignty and resilience.
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' and assessing 'all possibilities' including fuel rationing as energy crisis deepens

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago

UK car industry warns EU plan could hit EV trade and jobs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders is calling for UK-built vehicles, components and batteries to be granted equivalent status to EU-made products under the proposed 'Made in Europe' framework, arguing that the current draft risks undermining a deeply integrated cross-border industry.
Europe politics
#renewable-energy
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

UK households to be urged to use more power this summer as renewables soar

Households are encouraged to increase energy consumption during surplus renewable energy periods to balance the grid and reduce energy bills.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago

German 'green village' rides out Mideast energy storm

Feldheim, a small German village, achieves energy self-sufficiency through renewable sources, benefiting from lower energy costs amid global price surges.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

UK households to be urged to use more power this summer as renewables soar

Households are encouraged to increase energy consumption during surplus renewable energy periods to balance the grid and reduce energy bills.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago

German 'green village' rides out Mideast energy storm

Feldheim, a small German village, achieves energy self-sufficiency through renewable sources, benefiting from lower energy costs amid global price surges.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

How soon could jet fuel shortages ground flights in Europe?

Jet fuel shortages in Europe may occur soon due to reliance on Gulf oil, with potential flight cancellations starting in May and June.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Guardian view on the looming energy shock: ministers need to show they have a plan | Editorial

Public reassurance is essential for government during crises, but leaders often struggle to manage events effectively.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

PM orders France to step up electrification projects in face of oil crisis

France's government is prioritizing electrification to reduce dependence on imported oil and address rising fuel prices.
European startups
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The AI Race Is Pressuring Utilities to Squeeze More From Europe's Power Grids

European countries face energy transport challenges that limit the establishment of new data centers needed for AI compute demands.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

A new German-Polish project shows how cities can be heated without fossil fuels

Local leadership and cross-border collaboration in Görlitz and Zgorzelec aim to deliver cleaner, affordable heat and enhance energy security.
#energy-security
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Can small nuclear reactors solve EU's energy woes?

Energy security in the EU is urgent, prompting a reevaluation of nuclear power and diversification of energy sources due to supply shocks.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Can small nuclear reactors solve EU's energy woes?

Energy security in the EU is urgent, prompting a reevaluation of nuclear power and diversification of energy sources due to supply shocks.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How are EU and member states reacting to energy crisis triggered by Iran war?

The Iran conflict disrupts global oil supplies, threatening EU energy security as potential US sanctions relief on Russian oil could benefit Putin while destabilizing European markets.
#fuel-shortages
Europe news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

Fuel shortages in the EU are not currently evident, but jet fuel supply issues may arise soon due to geopolitical tensions.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

No current fuel shortages in the EU, but potential jet fuel supply issues loom due to blocked maritime traffic.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

Fuel shortages in the EU are not currently evident, but jet fuel supply issues may arise soon due to geopolitical tensions.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

No current fuel shortages in the EU, but potential jet fuel supply issues loom due to blocked maritime traffic.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany news: Gas price hike higher than other EU countries

Gas prices in Germany have increased significantly compared to other EU countries, despite a new pricing regulation aimed at controlling costs.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany, UK warn the Iran war distracts from Ukraine

Deescalation in the Middle East is crucial to maintain focus and support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Irish energy prices highest in EU and consumers face more rises in years ahead - ESRI warns

Annual household electricity bills in Ireland may rise by up to €106 in the next four years due to higher network tariffs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Yes to fields of wheat, no to fields of iron': how the world's greenest country soured on solar

We say yes to fields of wheat, and we say no to fields of iron! Jernmarker, or iron fields, was chosen as the Danish word of the year in December after the solar backlash swayed municipal elections and prompted some councils to pull projects.
Environment
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Greens push for billions to be spent on energy support if bills rise

The Green Party leader calls for the government to set aside billions of pounds to support households against potential energy bill rises from Middle East conflict, funded through capital gains tax increases and energy firm profit taxes.
#climate-change
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany's green reputation hits a crossroads

Germany's new climate program aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 27.1 million tons by 2030 through wind power and e-mobility initiatives.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany's big climate move bold step or bare minimum?

Germany's new climate package aims to enhance wind power and e-mobility, but critics argue it is insufficient for meeting emission reduction targets.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany's green reputation hits a crossroads

Germany's new climate program aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 27.1 million tons by 2030 through wind power and e-mobility initiatives.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany's big climate move bold step or bare minimum?

Germany's new climate package aims to enhance wind power and e-mobility, but critics argue it is insufficient for meeting emission reduction targets.
#windfall-tax
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
#offshore-wind
#fossil-fuels-advocacy
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 weeks ago

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromCity AM
2 weeks ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany's Climate Protection measures are barely on target

Germany's climate protection efforts have stalled under the new conservative government, with emissions falling only 0.1% in 2025 and plans to build new gas-fired power plants undermining previous environmental commitments.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 weeks ago

What are European countries doing to keep fuel costs down?

War in the Middle East is causing energy market volatility, prompting European governments to intervene to lower fuel costs for consumers.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Reader Q&A: what does Europe's future look like? Post your questions for Jon Henley

Europe faces a strategic reckoning amid rising competition from China and an increasingly anti-European United States, one year after JD Vance's challenge.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Renewables muscle fossil fuels out of EU electricity market, says research

Solar and wind power provided more electricity than coal and gas last year, leading a global trend, said think tank Ember. Solar and wind power outperformed fossil fuels in the European Union for the first time last year, a new high watermark on Europe's transition to green and autonomous energy. The two sources of energy generated 30 percent of EU electricity, compared with 29 percent for coal and gas, Ember, a global energy think tank, said on Thursday in its European Electricity Review.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

EU agrees complete ban of Russian gas imports by 2027

Under the agreement, the EU will halt imports of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) by the end of 2026 and of pipeline gas by September 30, 2027. Under the law, that end date can be moved back to November 1, 2027, if a member state is having difficulties reaching its required gas storage levels with other sources ahead of the winter heating season.
Miscellaneous
#nuclear-energy-policy
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany debates return to nuclear energy

EU Commission President von der Leyen advocates for nuclear energy as reliable, low-emission electricity, calling past EU nuclear phase-outs a strategic mistake, though Germany remains resistant despite energy security concerns.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Merz says Germany won't join EU return to nuclear energy

European Commission President von der Leyen calls nuclear energy a strategic necessity for low-emission electricity, while Germany remains opposed after shutting down all reactors in 2023.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

EU chief: Phasing out nuclear power was 'strategic mistake'

Europe's abandonment of nuclear power was a strategic mistake now exposed by geopolitical instability and fossil fuel dependency vulnerabilities.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany debates return to nuclear energy

EU Commission President von der Leyen advocates for nuclear energy as reliable, low-emission electricity, calling past EU nuclear phase-outs a strategic mistake, though Germany remains resistant despite energy security concerns.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Merz says Germany won't join EU return to nuclear energy

European Commission President von der Leyen calls nuclear energy a strategic necessity for low-emission electricity, while Germany remains opposed after shutting down all reactors in 2023.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

EU chief: Phasing out nuclear power was 'strategic mistake'

Europe's abandonment of nuclear power was a strategic mistake now exposed by geopolitical instability and fossil fuel dependency vulnerabilities.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany news: Hamburg hosting North Sea energy summit

European leaders will meet at the North Sea Summit in Hamburg to expand clean energy infrastructure, especially wind power, with a multinational deal expected.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Europe's staggering' clean power gains undermined by failure to phase out fuel-burning machines

Europe must accelerate electrification to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and manage rising energy costs amid the global oil crisis.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on Merz and Meloni: an emerging Berlin-Rome axis is threatening the EU's green deal

EU leaders are rolling back environmental regulations, risking climate goals and weakening the emissions trading system under pressure from a deregulatory Berlin-Rome axis.
fromNature
1 month ago

EU leaders should not rush to revamp green-hydrogen rules

Many planned projects have been delayed or scrapped. Adrian Odenweller and Falko Ueckerdt at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research in Germany tracked 190 projects globally that were due to begin operating in 2023. The researchers found that only 7% of these had begun operations as scheduled.
Environment
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

EU countries urged to lower energy taxes to reduce consumer bills

European Union recommends reducing energy taxes and levies to lower consumer bills and improve business competitiveness amid regional geopolitical tensions affecting global energy supplies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Germany accused of ditching climate targets as it scraps renewables mandate

While the previous law required most newly installed heating systems to use at least 65% renewable energy, often with a heat pump, the reformed legislation will allow households to keep using oil and gas. It also removes a mandate for expert consultation when installing a new heating system.
Germany news
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