Energy efficiency • Table.Briefings

January 8th, 2026

Energy outlook 2026: The price issue returns

Five issues are likely to dominate European energy policy this year. Why the issue of costs is forcing its way back onto the agenda.

By Manuel Berkel

Feature | Building sector

December 18th, 2025

Building sector: How the refurbishment issue is dividing the climate scene

A new study suggests that the need to insulate buildings is less important than currently planned, says the Climate Neutrality Foundation. The additional energy requirement of old buildings is insignificant, the study claims. This has sparked widespread opposition.

By Malte Kreutzfeldt

News | Power grids

November 21st, 2025

Power grid: Energy Commissioner wants centralized EU planning

Shortly before the presentation of the grid package, Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen gave an insight into its content. The Dane also wants to comply with a request from the German government.

By Manuel Berkel

Fotovoltaik und Windenergie aus Zhangjiakou

News | Climate protection

November 19th, 2025

Below 2 degrees: These three measures would significantly lower global temperature rises

A new analysis shows that tripling renewable energy capacity, doubling energy efficiency and reducing methane emissions by 30% could reduce global warming by 0.9 degrees.

By Nico Beckert