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Scholz extends nuclear power plants' lifespan in 'snub' to Greens
The German chancellor has decided that all three of the country's nuclear power plants will stay open until mid-April 2023.
Brussels plans 'dynamic' cap to contain volatility in gas prices
The gas cap will apply to the transactions taking place at the Dutch Title Transfer Facility (TTF), Europe's leading trading hub.
Rising bills won’t stop Brits from travelling, report reveals
Brits are tightening budgets amid the Europe’s cost of living crisis, but they aren’t ready to give up travel just yet.
‘Saves me from using gas’: Europeans turn to wood in energy crisis
There has been an “unprecedented surge” in consumer demand for firewood, pellets, and the various sawmill residues used for burning.
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Out of this world: Floating solar farm could power a million homes
As Europe struggles through the energy crisis, some scientists are looking to space.
Czech voters turn to the far-right for answers to the energy crisis
The far-right SPD party has been gaining support in the Czech Republic as the cost of living soars, pushing many into poverty.
EU still split on gas cap as Germany and the Netherlands oppose
The European Commission will work over the weekend to ensure broader support for the gas cap before making a formal proposal.
War in Ukraine a ‘blessing’ for climate, says UN weather chief
Petteri Taalas says the war in Ukraine will accelerate our transition to renewable energy.
Vladimir Putin tells Europe he's 'ready' to resume gas supplies
The Russian leader claimed the attack on the Nord Stream pipelines was an attempt by the US to weaken Europe by disrupting the flow of cheap gas from Russia.
Why is Greta arguing that Germany should keep its nuclear plants open?
The German government has re-activated several coal and oil power plants, despite warnings it could default on its climate goals.
Why are wetsuits compulsory at this French swimming pool?
Cutting the heat could save pools up to €50,000 per month in the coldest months.
Europe's gas prices reach three-month low as demand falls
Gas prices have fallen as the EU's gas storage facilities hit 90% of capacity.
Energy crisis: Europe prepares for blackouts this winter
In the UK, the National Grid has said that homes could face three-hour power cuts if energy reserves run out.
'We can get through the winter,' insists Truss, amid blackouts warning
Energy giant the National Grid warned British households could lose power for up to three hours if gas supplies run low.
EU leaders set to debate price cap on gas to ease energy crisis
Ursula von der Leyen has proposed a cap on gas transactions and another on gas used for electricity generation.
France launches energy savings drive to avoid winter power cuts
From limiting indoor heating temperatures, to making swimming pools cooler and reducing the speed of ski lifts — France has unveiled a raft of voluntary measures to tackle the energy crisis.
Soaring energy costs force 111-year-old Budapest theatre to close
"Utility bills have become more expensive by eight-fold, sometimes ten-fold", said Szilveszter Okovacs, director of the Hungarian State Opera
Hydropower: Switzerland’s secret weapon against the energy crisis
Switzerland is targeting a clean, independent energy supply, but some fear for biodiversity and the landscape.
Von der Leyen opens the door for EU cap on gas prices but with caveats
The European Commission president proposed a cap on market transactions and another on gas used for electricity generation.
Meet the farm in Italy making car fuel from cow poo
Behind the farm, a specific structure extracts bio-methane from animal waste and transports it directly to the front, where customers wait at the pump to get cheap gas.