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Dutch government to turn on 'pilot light' output at Groningen gas field

The Dutch government said on Monday it would turn on the "pilot light" - meaning minimal production - at two stations in the Groningen gas field due to impending cold temperatures in the Netherlands.

read more... 09/01/2024

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EV charging growth plans slowed by EU's power grid problems

Electric vehicle drivers hoping to top up their batteries at one of Repsol's (REP.MC) 1,600 Spanish charging stations might well be disappointed, with nearly half lying dormant because they have no power connection.

read more... 04/12/2023

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Italy could abandon coal by 2024

Italy could shut down its coal-fired power stations in 2024, a year earlier than planned, if gas prices remain at current low levels, Environment Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin said on Monday.

read more... 06/06/2023

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Belgium considers keeping oldest nuclear power stations running

The Belgian government is considering keeping its three oldest nuclear power stations running two more years than currently planned, Belgium's Energy ministry said on Friday.

read more... 06/02/2023

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Sweden makes regulatory push to allow new nuclear reactors

Sweden is preparing legislation to allow the construction of more nuclear power stations to boost electricity production in the Nordic country and bolster energy security, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said on Wednesday.

read more... 12/01/2023

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