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Europe in Motion

EU uses record-low energy amid efficiency gains and renewables surge

The EU's gross available energy fell by 4.1% in 2023, but Europe is now doing more with less. Renewables now supply 19.5% of energy, with Nordic countries leading the transition.

Europe News

Greece and Egypt reaffirm plans for 1,000-km undersea power cable

The project, estimated to cost around €4 billion, is expected to become operational within five years under an ambitious timeline set by both governments.

Europe News

Spanish power cut highlights fundamental weakness in EU power grid

While the precise sequence of events that led to the catastrophic power outages across the Iberian peninsula has yet to be established, the events have highlighted the urgency of bolstering Europe’s power grid.

Radio Schuman

Is Europe at risk of another power outage?

An unprecedented blackout brought much of Spain and Portugal to a standstill on Monday. Is it possible such a major power outage will hit Europe again?

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Eco-Innovation

Scientists might have found a way to generate electricity from rain

Researchers have used rain-like droplets moving through a tube to generate enough energy to light up 12 LEDs.

Europe News

EU could save €2.5 trillion on energy bills by 2040

In Europe, around 47 million people are currently living in energy poverty and businesses are complaining that high energy prices make them much less competitive.

Green News

Brazil’s Lula backs new oil exploration ahead of UN climate summit

The President said Brazil can’t ignore the wealth beneath its feet and choose not to explore it.

Business

Siemens Energy shares rise despite a plunge in profit

Siemens Energy AG reported strong December quarter earnings, driven by increased electricity demands amid the artificial intelligence boom.

Green News

This Swiss data centre will heat 6,000 homes with recycled energy

Europe's many data centres are frequently criticised for how much energy they use.

Business

Which countries are home to the world's most sustainable companies?

The ranking of the 100 most sustainable global firms - compiled by Corporate Knights - shows France and Denmark leading the EU leaderboard.

Green News

US oil and gas is booming: The truth behind Trump's "energy emergency"

The US already produces more oil and gas than any other country in the world.

Green News

Does a Trump presidency really mean disaster for the climate?

Trump might not be able to cut as much “red tape” as he has said he will.

Green News

Italy will take wind and solar energy from Albania via Adriatic seabed

The UAE is lending technology and expertise for the project.

Green News

UK government hopes to boost heat pump uptake by dispelling myths

Heat pumps are common features in houses in countries like Norway and Sweden but haven’t taken off yet in the UK.

Europe in Motion

Which EU countries use the most energy coming from renewable sources?

Renewable energy consumed in the EU keeps growing, but not as fast as it should to meet 2030 targets.

Europe News

Vatican unveils solar panel roof as part of green energy transition

Pope Francis outlined his green vision for the Vatican in his 'Brother Sun' letter in June. In it he said solar panels would be installed on a Vatican-owned property outside Rome and the power generated from that could supply all of Vatican City's energy needs.

Living

Spotify, Netflix…Heat pumps? How to get eco-heating on subscription

Buying and installing a heat pump comes to an eye-watering €11,500 – but this company aims to change that.

Europe News

British PM Keir Starmer visits Norway to discuss green energy deal

Starmer said the energy partnership with Norway would help boost growth and protect against fluctuations in energy prices, such as those that happened after the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Business

France's EDF raises nuclear production targets after corrosion crisis

This is the second time this year the energy company has raised its output expectations.

Green News

Heat pumps: Experts on why some European countries are lagging behind

It's a myth that the buildings in some countries are more suited to heat pumps than others.