The shift toward LNG imports has made Europe more vulnerable to gas price spikes. A blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could lead to significant price increases in the future.
By David Goeßmann
A report by two NGOs concludes that Africa’s oil and gas industry is not contributing to the continent’s development. The authors identify five industry characteristics they say are responsible.
By Arne Schütte
The German government and the European Commission are pursuing different strategies to lower energy prices. While Germany is aiming for a business-friendly implementation of the Methane Regulation, Brussels is planning regulatory adjustments to the ETS.
By Manuel Berkel and Lukas Knigge
Newly installed heat pumps are reducing Germany’s dependence on expensive gas imports. According to a recent analysis, replacing gas heating systems has resulted in savings of EUR 1.3 billion over the past three years.
By Lisa Kuner
The EU Methane Regulation is intended to strengthen the continent’s energy security. However, industry lobbying and inadequate implementation are jeopardizing this important tool in the fight against gas waste.
By Flora Witkowski and Tabea Pottiez
To cover the expected summer surge in electricity demand, India is leaning more heavily on coal generation. Shortfalls in gas supplies – driven in part by the Middle East conflict – are forcing the government to subsidize energy companies’ costs.
By Ning Wang
The German government is considering establishing a strategic gas reserve. A Dutch gas company is urging European governments to examine a seemingly simple solution to this problem as soon as possible. However, it does involve risks.
By Manuel Berkel
The war against Iran is pumping billions of USD into the coffers of the LNG industry in the US. The longer the conflict lasts, the greater the profits. In the short term, the shortage will lead to increased use of coal, and in the medium term, probably to more renewables.
By Kai Schöneberg
The war against Iran is pumping billions of USD into the coffers of the LNG industry in the US. The longer the conflict lasts, the greater the profits. In the short term, the shortage will lead to increased use of coal, and in the medium term, probably to more renewables.
By Kai Schöneberg
Europe must stay the course toward a zero-emissions energy policy, regardless of pressure from the White House. Member states should present a united front against Donald Trump’s push to expand fossil fuels.
By Sean Casten
