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New EU renewable energy target faces nuclear roadblock
European Union plans for a new renewable energy goal hit early resistance on Monday from pro-nuclear governments, who indicated they would not back a goal that excludes atomic energy.
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Czechs get assurances German gas levy to be abolished
The Czech Republic has received assurances from Germany that it will abolish a gas transit fee this week or in early January, news agency CTK reported, citing a deputy industry minister.
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Partnership to develop UK fusion power plant designs
Two British public sector entities - the UK Atomic Energy Authority and the Science and Technology Facilities Council's Hartree Centre - have teamed up with US-headquartered technology firm IBM to design future experimental fusion power plants.
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Daily (16.12.2024): Brent crude rose by about 2% on Friday, hovering at its highest level since November 22
Oil prices increased on Friday, driven by sanctions against Russia and Donald Trump's intention to step up pressure on Iran. Brent crude gained 1.5% settling at $71.29 per barrel. WTI crude reached $74.49 per barrel, rising by about 2% day-on-day.
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Offshore wind in Sweden needs support
Developing offshore wind projects along Sweden's coasts is not commercially viable, a government commission tasked with reviewing and speeding up the system for authorising new wind parks said on Friday.
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