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Brussels approves German state takeover of gas giant Uniper
The European Commission on Tuesday (20 December) conditionally approved the nationalisation of troubled German gas giant Uniper after it was pushed to the brink of collapse following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
read more... 21/12/2022
EU agrees €20 bln boost for energy funding to quit Russian gas
The European Union will raise an extra 20 billion euros from its carbon market for investments to help end more swiftly the bloc's reliance on Russian fossil fuels, under a political deal reached on Wednesday.
read more... 15/12/2022
Daily (13.12.2022): European carbon prices jumped to a 3.5-month high as traders await trilogue outcomes and position for options expiry
Crude oil prices rebounded on Monday amid the uncertainty about the restart of the Keystone Pipeline in North America following a leak and as the market prepares for possible curbs in Russian oil production. Hence, Brent crude increased by 2.5% to $77.99 a barrel. U.S. WTI crude settled at $73.17 a barrel, rising by 3%.
read more... 13/12/2022
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EU could face gas shortage next year
The European Union has enough gas for the winter but could face a shortage next year if Russia cuts supplies further, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Monday, urging governments to act faster to save energy and expand renewables.
read more... 13/12/2022
Global renewables capacity set to double over next five years
Global renewable power capacity is set to double over the next five years, driven by energy security concerns in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Tuesday.
read more... 06/12/2022