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Profits made by fossil fuel firms could be temporarily taxed by the EU

The money the tax generates could be used to help consumers with rising bills and aid the transition to clean energy.

Russia

Russia 'could retaliate' if EU imposes energy supply embargo

An oil and gas industry expert says Russia 'could retaliate' if EU imposes an energy supply embargo, but cutting off gas supplies to European countries.

Green News

Soaring costs for farmers could threaten food security in Europe

The war in Ukraine has sparked concerns from farmers as the cost of producing food continues to rise.

Climate

Europe's green targets could help to 'defund conflict' in Ukraine

The energy crisis has Europe looking to fossil fuels to keep the lights on.

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Spain

Spain deploys more police after lorry drivers' strike over fuel prices

Some drivers have been accused of attacking others who have not joined their strike.

Living

Fact or fiction: Is Putin to blame for the UK energy crisis?

As cost of energy continues to rise around the world, we explore just how far it's been impacted by Russia's war on Ukraine.

Green News

Which countries could plug the gap left by Russian gas in Europe?

Europe’s Russian gas dependence is a "medium-term problem". These are the countries that could fix it.

Living

Why turning down your thermostat can ease a gas supply crisis

But would a more dependable solution be to deploy heat pumps to provide an energy efficient alternative to heat homes?

Tech News

Euroviews. Europe needs to be weaned off Russian energy for the sake of stability

If Europe is serious about lessening its energy dependence on Russia, it needs to take these future energy projects into consideration.

Europe News

EU is seeking alternatives to break free from Russian fossil fuels

Brussels will unveil its strategy on Tuesday to find alternative energy sources.

Green News

Germany speeds up renewable energy push due to Ukraine invasion

So far, cutting back on Russia's imports of natural gas has been tricky for Europe's largest economy, especially as it is already set to exit nuclear power this year and coal-fired power by 2030.

Green News

Italy explores Algerian gas as Europe strays from Russian fossil fuels

Italy's foreign minister and top energy CEO are visiting a gas supplier Algeria.

Green News

What happens if Russia shuts off gas supplies to Europe?

Germany, the biggest consumer of Russian gas, can also import from Norway, the Netherlands, Britain and Denmark via pipelines.

Living

Why is energy poverty rising so sharply in the EU?

Energy poverty is a growing problem in Europe – with single parents with dependent children especially at risk.

Green News

Energy prices surge as Ukraine crisis deepens

Oil prices surged nearly 5% and stock prices dropped after Russian President Vladimir Putin recognised the independence of rebel-held regions of Ukraine on Monday evening, raising fears that a full-scale invasion was near.

Europe News

EU gas supplies on 'safe side' for winter even if Russia cuts tap

Russia supplies about 40% of the EU's gas.

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Greek farmers protest rising energy costs

Farmers in central Greece on Sunday blocked a highway with tractors and poured cans of milk on the ground to protest against rising energy costs.

World News

Five charts to explain Europe's energy price crisis

The price of natural gas is six times higher than last year, with the costs driving up overall inflation in Europe.

Europe News

Inflation in eurozone forecast to hit 4.8% amid soaring energy prices

Energy prices, supply chain bottlenecks, the Omicron variant and geopolitical tensions are all fuelling inflationary pressures.

Germany

Germany's gas reserves are at 'worrying' levels, admits government

Gas reserves have fallen to 35-36% from 40% recently and 80% in 2020.