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US lawmakers urge EU to keep methane rules

As of January 2027, European importers of oil and gas will need to comply with monitoring, reporting, and verification requirements linked to methane emissions data from countries and companies that produce or export to the EU.

Europe News

EU, US and Japan to cooperate on critical raw materials

The joint arrangement will focus on boosting demand and diversifying the supply of critical raw materials by identifying and backing projects in mining, refining, and recycling, all with the goal of reducing reliance on China.

Economy

LNG2026: CEOs of world’s top energy companies gather in Qatar

The 21st edition of the International Conference and Exhibition on Liquified Natural Gas, or LNG2026, kicked off in Doha, Qatar, gathering global leaders, energy giants and experts with geopolitics, market dynamics, emerging technologies and the energy transition dominating discussions.

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Mark Rutte visits damaged Kyiv energy site as Russia steps up attacks

During a secretive Kyiv visit, NATO’s Mark Rutte meets Zelenskyy, tours bombed infrastructure and stresses urgent air defence support for Ukraine.

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Europe News

EU invests €650m in cross-border hydrogen and power grid projects

Spain is the EU member state receiving the most funding for cross-border electricity projects, while Germany is emerging as the frontrunner in hydrogen initiatives. Meanwhile, the European Commission is expected to launch its next call for proposals on energy infrastructure between April and June.

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EU lawmakers urge European Commission to boost fusion energy

MEPs from the European People's Party argued that fusion energy is a reality that needs to be explored and urged the EU executive to lay down a clear regulatory framework to attract investors.

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Greenpeace unveils Trump and Putin effigies in Brussels, urges EU to end fossil fuel dependence

Greenpeace activists in Brussels protested against the EU's reliance on imported fossil fuels, urging investment in renewables instead of depending on the US and Russia.

Business

Azerbaijan secures two new energy deals with Europe

Azerbaijan has secured two new energy supply agreements with Austria and Germany, reinforcing its position as a key supplier to Europe.

Switzerland

'We need help,' Ukraine energy provider CEO says during Kyiv blackout

Russia has repeatedly hit Ukrainian energy infrastructure throughout the nearly four-year war, but Kyiv says this winter has been the toughest yet.

Ukraine

Some of Ukraine's Western air defences out of ammo, Zelenskyy says

The Ukrainian president has repeatedly called on the country's allies to bolster its defence systems to protect its critical energy infrastructure amid ongoing Russian attacks.

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War in Ukraine: How Kyiv copes with winter power outages

Ukraine faces another harsh winter as Russian strikes leave Kyiv without stable electricity or heating. Residents rely on emergency centres to cope with the cold.

Poland

Poland's PM praises cyber defences after attack on heating grid foiled

Tusk blamed Russia and urged Parliament to swiftly pass new cybersecurity legislation to strengthen protection against foreign interference.

Ukraine

Russian strikes leave 1 million in Ukraine without power and water

As Ukraine continues to negotiate a deal which could put an end to Russia’s ongoing war, Moscow has kept attacking Ukrainian energy infrastructure, leaving hundreds of thousands without electricity and heating in the middle of winter.

Republic of North Macedonia

North Macedonia declares electricity crisis over fuel oil shortage

The crisis in the Western Balkan country was sparked by severe difficulties in supplying fuel oil from neighbouring Greece after border blockades by protesting farmers, authorities said.

Energy Frontiers

SOFAZ diversifies beyond oil and gas

In partnership with Azpromo

SOFAZ is diversifying its sovereign wealth portfolio beyond oil and gas, investing in renewables, infrastructure and digital assets to manage risk and support long-term financial stability.

Tech News

Waymo resumes driverless car service after San Francisco power outage

The robotaxis service was suspended for hours as vehicles struggled to read malfunctioning stoplights amid a city-wide power outage.

Energy Frontiers

IEA analyst warns global energy efficiency progress remains off track

In partnership with Azpromo

The IEA (International Energy Agency) warns global energy efficiency gains are improving in 2025 but remain off track for 2030 goals.

Europe News

EU gets tough on carbon border tax, vows to protect domestic producers

European producers of steel and aluminium will face higher CO2 emissions costs, but the European Commission wants to channel part of the revenues of the EU's carbon border tax to help heavy industries decarbonise.

Europe Today

Europe Today: EU Housing Commissioner and Kosovo's President join live

Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

Ukraine

Russian strike hits Zaporizhzhia apartment block and injures three

Separate strikes targeted Odesa's warehouses and energy infrastructure, while Ukrainian forces continue their counteroffensive in Kupyansk, where up to 200 Russian troops remain encircled.

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