Energy

Europe News

Ukraine faces difficult winter amid Russian strikes, EBRD chief says

Kyiv was "well prepared" for winter "a few days ago" before a barrage of Russian strikes targeted oil and gas facilities, Odile Renaud-Basso said.

13/10/2025

Ukraine

Zelenskyy and Trump discuss bolstering Ukraine's defence in phone call

Zelenskyy called Trump for a second consecutive day to discuss defence and Ukraine's energy sector. It comes as Russia further intensifies its attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure ahead of its harsh winter.

12/10/2025

Green News

Portugal and Spain are Europe's most vulnerable countries to blackouts

The general blackout on 28 April could be a recurring scenario due to limited connections to the continental power grid, according to a new study.

25/09/2025

Europe in Motion

Weak spots: Which European countries are at most risk of blackouts?

A new study lists the weak spots in Europe's power grid as geopolitical challenges and climate change are testing the continent's infrastructure "as never before."

24/09/2025

Europe News

EU breaks taboo with first-ever sanctions on Russian LNG

The new package of EU sanctions on Russia contains the first-ever ban on imports of liquefied natural gas. "This will make this phase out of Russian gas in Europe much faster," Commissioner Dan Jørgensen told Euronews.

19/09/2025

Europe News

EU to speed up phase out of Russian energy amid US pressure 

Bloc turns to the US to secure energy supply, but critics worry the EU is shifting dependencies and diverting from the bloc’s climate goals.

11/09/2025

Europe News

European Commission doubles its bets to gain influence in the Arctic

The European Commission's proposal to double its financial support for Greenland marks a turning point in defending the EU's strategic interests in the Arctic region in the face of Russian, Chinese and American ambitions.

08/09/2025

Business

EU reports first quarterly trade surplus with Russia in two decades

EU–Russia trade volume fell to its lowest level since 2002 in the second quarter of 2025. The EU also reported a trade surplus for the first time in more than 20 years.

30/08/2025

Economy

Inflation in France, Spain and Italy was lower than expected in August

Inflation remained subdued in three of the four biggest economies in the European Union, fuelling hopes that the European Central Bank will not see the necessity to change the key interest rates in September.

29/08/2025

Green News

Poland to build Europe's first small-scale nuclear power plant

Poland’s first small modular nuclear power plant, or SMR, will be built in Włocławek, energy company Orlen announced on Thursday, the first project of its kind in Europe.

28/08/2025

Economy

UK energy bills set to rise by 2%, fuelling inflation fears

Average UK households can expect a rise of around £2.93 (€3.40) a month in their energy bills, according to the UK energy regulator Ofgem, which sets the energy price cap for households and businesses.

27/08/2025

Business

Israel to finalise 'largest' gas supply deal in its history to Egypt

After two years of delays, the Israeli government is expected to finalise the deal with Egypt in the next two weeks, involving exports from Leviathan, Israel's largest gas field.

19/08/2025

Business

EU signs €500 million loan to secure Ukraine's energy security

Under the agreement, Ukraine state-owned company Naftogaz would be allowed to finance emergency gas purchases.

13/08/2025

Energy Frontiers

An inside look at Azerbaijan’s newest and most advanced power station

In partnership with Azpromo

In this episode, we look at Azerbaijan’s 8 November Power Plant, the South Caucasus’s largest gas facility. With hydrogen-ready technology, it’s a major step in the country’s energy transition.

07/08/2025

Energy Frontiers

Can Europe’s energy grid survive war, weather and cyber attacks?

In partnership with Azpromo

Eurelectric’s Kristian Ruby explains why Europe must modernise its energy networks to withstand extreme weather, rising cyber attacks and geopolitical threats in an increasingly electrified future.

29/07/2025

Markets

Oil prices rise on EU-US trade deal and Trump comments on Ukraine

US President Donald Trump said on Monday he was reducing a 50-day deadline given to Vladimir Putin to agree a deal with Ukraine. Oil prices had already risen on news of a EU-US trade deal.

28/07/2025

Europe News

Euroviews. The Baltics scored a key European victory on energy security that can inspire others

Through smart policymaking, courage and collaboration, the Baltic states can serve as an inspiration to many countries around the world, the IEA executive director and the energy ministers of the three Baltic states write in an Euronews exclusive.

28/07/2025

Economy

Energy, water, and waste: How much do basic utilities cost in Europe?

Monthly basic utility costs vary hugely across Europe. The share of average net salaries spent on these essentials is also a key indicator. Euronews Business takes a closer look at both.

24/07/2025

Economy

Bean vs. cup: Where is the most expensive takeaway coffee in Europe?

Euronews Business compares coffee pricing across Europe to reveal where customers are getting the best and worst value on their morning brew.

23/07/2025

Europe News

What could biggest oil discovery in Poland's history mean for Europe?

Euronews asked analysts if the huge oil and gas deposits discovered under the Baltic Sea offer Europe a chance to be less reliant on Russian energy.

22/07/2025