The market for stationary battery storage in the European Union grew by 45% in 2025. For the first time, large-scale storage systems accounted for a majority share of 55%, while the share of home storage systems fell to 36%.
By Manuel Berkel
In an internal letter, the German Federal Cartel Office has warned the Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy against consolidating market concentration by promoting new gas-fired power plants. The competition authority also commented on the controversial minimum bid size.
By Manuel Berkel
Nine European cities would like to host the new EU customs authority and have courted the favor of the European Parliament. Meanwhile, the Council and Parliament are still struggling to find a decision-making mechanism
By János Allenbach-Ammann
A study by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation finds that the cost of admitting the Western Balkan states to the European Union would be negligible for the Union’s budget. At the same time, accession would deliver a substantial economic boost to the six candidate countries.
By Stephan Israel
After Spain and Italy, France has also agreed to classify Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization. A political agreement at the meeting of European Union foreign ministers is therefore considered likely.
By Redaktion Table
Committee member Jörgen Warborn is proposing measures to make EU legislation more professional. His report received broad support in the Legal Affairs Committee and is set to be put to a plenary vote soon.
By Markus Grabitz
Following the failure of negotiations on the reform of air passenger rights, a conciliation committee will now be convened between the European Parliament and the Council. Parliament has appointed the members of its delegation.
By Marion Bergermann and Markus Grabitz
European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas sees a structural reorientation of transatlantic relations. Europe must adapt and take more responsibility for its security.
By Stephan Israel
The EU and Vietnam are intensifying cooperation in critical areas. Diplomatic ties are set to be upgraded during a visit by European Council President António Costa.
By Leonardo Pape
The EU is tightening the participation rules for Chinese organizations in the Horizon Europe research framework program. Until now, it had only been cautious when it came to projects close to market.
By Anne Brüning
