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Spanish groups agree to map out national hydrogen grid
Three Spanish groups -- Enagas, Exolum and Naturgy -- have agreed to work together in potentially rolling out a network of 50 hydrogen refueling stops that would create a nationwide grid, they said Sept. 20
read more... 21/09/2021
Europe Is Subsidizing Its Way Into Electric Vehicle Leadership
As Europe looks to lead the world in electric vehicle (EV) uptake, many governments are incentivizing the switch from traditionally-fuelled cars to electric alternatives, hoping to end the sale of petrol and diesel vehicles and get on the path to net-zero carbon emissions over the next decade. As major automotive manufacturers catch up with niche EV brands such as Tesla, Europe is ready to build up its EV market through incentives such as subsidies, free electric charging options, tax breaks, and a wide variety of EV options for consumers. Several European countries are now leading the way for EV promotion, racing to get ahead of rich Asian nations and North American competitors also looking to make the shift.
read more... 09/09/2021
Daily (27.08.2021): European front-year electricity prices held close to all-time highs on Thursday amid bullish fuels and carbon
Oil prices retreated on Thursday, snapping a three-day rally amid surging COVID-19 infections and as Mexico restored some supply after a fire disruption. Hence, Brent crude fell by $1.18, or 1.6%, to settle at $71.07 a barrel. U.S. WTI crude settled down 94 cents or 1.4% at 67.42 a barrel.
read more... 27/08/2021
Wind, low demand limit UK power sector CO2
Increased wind output and the lowest demand in over a year have reduced the call on fossil-fuel assets in the UK this month, putting the carbon intensity of the country's power sector on track for a significant decline despite record low nuclear generation.
read more... 25/08/2021
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Fortum calls for prompt decision on Swedish repository
A government decision on Sweden's final waste repository will be delayed by the launch of a public consultation on whether the application for the repository should be considered separately from that for an expansion of the existing Clab repository for low and intermediate-level waste, Finnish nuclear operator Fortum has said. A government decision, it warned, is needed before the end of this month in order to avoid future disruptions to electricity supply due to a lack of interim used fuel storage capacity.
read more... 19/08/2021