Disputes over nuclear energy and Russian gas dominate the first regular meeting of energy ministers under the Hungarian Presidency. The outgoing Energy Commissioner makes an emotional appeal to the member states.
By Manuel Berkel
At the next Energy Council at the beginning of March, EU energy ministers may decide on the extension of an emergency regulation on gas conservation from 2022. Despite the relaxed situation, experts advise saving for another reason.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU Commission is allowing member states to pay certain aid for the sharp rise in energy prices until the end of June 2024. The governments would otherwise have had to discontinue aid such as the German energy price brake at the end of the year.
By Till Hoppe
The EU has expanded its embargo on Russian crude oil to all oil products as planned and introduced an additional price cap – albeit with a long transition period. An exception has been made for Croatia.
By Eric Bonse
The reform of the electricity market will apparently also include rates regulation for consumers and improved market supervision. This is revealed by a document accompanying the Commission's consultation, which continues to be delayed.
By Manuel Berkel
Chefs in Brussels and Strasbourg: Next week, EU parliamentarians will meet in Alsace, while EU energy ministers and then heads of state and government will meet in the Belgian capital. Energy policy and the climate package are in focus: an unprecedented challenge for all EU actors.
By Claire Stam
Against the backdrop of rising energy prices in Belgium, more and more employees prefer to work in cafés instead of their home offices. This annoys some café owners, who are trying to stop it. A situation that provides a political reality check against the backdrop of profound and persistent disagreements between member states and the EU institutions.
By Claire Stam
