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EU’s 2050 net zero goals at risk as EV rollout faces setbacks
The EU needs to rethink its policies to make a 2035 ban on new petrol car sales feasible as electric vehicles (EVs) remain unaffordable and alternative fuel options are not credible, the EU’s external auditor said, jeopardising its 2050 climate goals.
read more... 23/04/2024
EU lawmakers adopt law to hit fossil fuel imports with methane emissions limit
European Union lawmakers on Wednesday adopted a law to place methane emission limits on Europe's oil and gas imports from 2030, pressuring international suppliers to clamp down on leaks of the potent greenhouse gas.
read more... 11/04/2024
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EU approves €900 million French biomass scheme
The European Commission has approved a €900 million French scheme to support companies investing in the use of biomass and renewable hydrogen in energy and fuel production, to foster the transition towards a net-zero economy in line with the Green Deal Industrial Plan.
read more... 05/04/2024
Daily (04.04.2024): European carbon prices declined for third consecutive day on Wednesday amid reduced volatility and bearish gas prices
On Wednesday, oil prices continued their rise, supported by escalating geopolitical tensions and by a strong fuel demand in the United States last week. Hence, Brent crude increased by 0.5% to settle at $89.35 a barrel, while WTI crude stood at $85.43 a barrel, up 0.3% day-on-day.
read more... 04/04/2024
Daily (03.04.2024): Supply concerns and the Middle-East conflict boosted oil prices on Tuesday
Oil prices surged to their highest level in five months on Tuesday amid worries about supply constraints. The surge was fuelled by fears of retaliatory actions from Iran following a fatal strike, attributed to Israel, on an Iranian diplomatic facility in Damascus. Brent crude rose by 2% to $88.92 a barrel, while WTI Crude posted a 2% decrease to $85.15 a barrel.
read more... 03/04/2024