EU Energy News
@EUEnergyNews
Tweeting the latest #EU# #energy# news and developments – #EnergyUnion# #Renewables# #CleanTech# #EnergyEfficiency#
1K Following 7.7K Followers
Solar power will be the vast majority of power generation in the future
0
0
21.4K
153.4K
16.4K
🌎 Agree with @WBHoekstra that climate action and competitiveness are two sides of the same coin.
The Clean Industrial Deal should bring the right framework to decarbonise the economy in line with a 2040 climate target of at least 90% and enable companies to lead the process.🎯
Show more
0
0
2
4
2
Industrial process heat can be electrified even at high temperatures.
The chemical companies @BASF, @SABIC_Europe, and @Lindeplc have announced the startup of the world's first large-scale electric steam cracking furnace at BASF's site in Ludwigshafen, Germany.
https://t.co/CBfIyZNSMM
Show more
0
0
3
42
15
NEW ANALYSIS: Meeting European climate goals will require a stark contraction in fossil gas use.
But despite the substantial implications for gas grid users and infrastructure, current grid planning does not adequately reflect this new reality.
This misalignment poses a substantial barrier to the transition towards a sustainable energy system and underscores the need for more holistic planning.
Report by @RegAssistProj & @oekoinstitut
https://t.co/9CZ5RAcZD0
Show more
0
0
1
44
13
Small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) could be up to 78% costlier than conventional nuclear in Italy, as the country aimed at reviving its nuclear sector in the next decade - @AFRY_global https://t.co/nprMmY5UOg
Show more
0
0
0
4
3
Worn-out, uninsured tankers full of Russian oil sail through the North Sea several times a day.
With these boats, Russia is evading sanctions, funding the war in Ukraine and threatening maritime safety.
Story by @MoneyInPolitics
https://t.co/UFbtSEbEWY
Show more
0
0
0
1
0
.@Europarl_EN final schedule for vetting Commissioners-designate for the new @EU_Commission.
https://t.co/Gg7JfAeLoK
👇🏽 https://t.co/AQ1oQ7dFEt
0
0
3
128
59
1/3⚡️ Energy Union Milestone: In 2023, wind power generated more electricity than gas in the EU for the first time @EmberClimate https://t.co/vMskYCRoH0
0
0
1
5
6
At the request of the @EU_Commission, the presentation by President @vonderleyen of EC structure and portfolios to EP leaders will take place on 17th of September at 9 am CEST in Strasbourg.
Parliament stands ready to open the confirmation hearings process.
🧵1/2
Show more
0
0
3
176
108
🚨 Today we at @Bruegel_org launch our Memos to the EU leadership 2024-29. A set of briefings, including on energy, climate and internal market, to support the new Commission in the preparation of the new agenda and EP hearings. Download the book here 👇
https://t.co/v3GKDJXx4B
Show more
0
0
0
16
9
La Rentrée is in full swing. German media reports that the main posts of the next Commission are agreed.
Von der Leyen made pragmatic choices to fit a range of strong Commissioner candidates. If she can keep the infighting low, it can be an impactful team
https://t.co/agsKj8IGts https://t.co/hv9G7nFfRu
Show more
0
0
1
23
10
Webinar: G20 leadership on decarbonising the power sector
🗓️ 11 July, 11 am Brasilia time / 3pm London time
@IGCC_earth and @EmberClimate speakers will talk about the current state of the climate and G20's progress in decarbonising the power sector.
https://t.co/COw6TglpPc https://t.co/V8GaPbAHQy
Show more
0
0
0
0
1
These 10 countries are phasing out coal the fastest in the world:
1. Greece 51%→10% (2014-2022)
2. United Kingdom 39%→2% (2012-2020)
3. Denmark 49%→20% (2009-2017)
4. Spain 34%→9% (2002-2010)
5. Portugal 29%→5% (2012-2020)
6. Israel 55%→32% (2006-2014)
7. Romania 39%→17% (2012-2020)
8. Germany 45%→24% (2012-2020)
9. United States 39%→19% (2014-2022)
10. Chile 41%→23% (2014-2022)
Great piece by @joelmjaeger @WorldResources
https://t.co/StK6MyqKit
Show more
0
0
53
776
273
"The EU budget needs a bigger overhaul than most are willing to contemplate," writes @COdendahl in the @TheEconomist Newsletter, citing our recent paper with @valentin_lang and @DanBischof.
You can find a short summary and the full paper here.
Show more
0
0
1
24
7
NEW RESEARCH: What do we do with the gas grid when gas demand drops?
A new regulatory approach is urgently needed to ensure costs for gas grid do not spiral out of control.
@RegAssistProj @heatpolicyrich @CKemfert
Free copy here 👇
https://t.co/42UPcXnFfZ
Key findings in 🧵. https://t.co/QKWnFCdzd5
Show more
0
0
20
266
118
Solar’s growth is unprecedented ☀️📈
It took solar just 8 years to grow from 100 TWh to 1000 TWh of generation!
Coal took 32 years, gas 28 years and hydro 39 years to reach this milestone. https://t.co/uVUNQpwODF
Show more
0
0
16
462
205
What’s in European people’s mind ahead of the #EUelections#?
69% of Europeans mention climate as an important factor when deciding on who to cast their ballot.
Two third (68%) agree with EU climate policies or think the EU should go further.
Read more: https://t.co/UIDg7gx3hP https://t.co/P0zJBtm0S3
Show more
0
0
0
1
0
