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The EU Commission has presented options on how member states can counter high energy prices. These emergency measures are to be discussed at the EU summit on Thursday and Friday. The Commission also presented its proposal for minimum gas storage volumes in the EU.
By Lukas Knigge
The EU Commission wants the Federal Republic of Germany to comply with more ambitious minimum filling levels for gas storage facilities. According to a leak, storage operators must also undergo certification. Safety concerns could result in expropriation.
By Manuel Berkel
A reliable, Europe-wide network of charging points is essential for the transformation of transport. An EU regulation with national expansion targets (AFIR) is to provide the infrastructure. Progress is being made in both the Council and Parliament, and there seems to be an overall agreement. However, as is often the case, the devil is in the details.
By Lukas Knigge
The war in Ukraine and the resulting sharp rise in energy prices are making it harder and harder to enforce the CO2 price for buildings and road transport. While ETS 2 offers emissions savings potential, it is likely to lead to further price increases. But alternatives are lacking.
By Lukas Knigge