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Industrial electricity price: It might still drop.

The EU Commission has presented the new CISAF state aid framework. Compared to a recently leaked draft, the industry has been granted further subsidies for electricity prices. Nevertheless, there are numerous critical voices, including on the promotion of nuclear energy.

By Manuel Berkel

Feature

Russia: How the EU plans to ban gas and oil imports

The European Commission has unveiled its plan to phase out Russian fossil fuel imports. Natural gas will be phased out gradually by the end of 2027. For crude oil, Member States are first expected to submit their own phase-out plans.

By Manuel Berkel

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Energy Council: No unanimity on Russian gas

At the Energy Council, Hungary and Slovakia prevented a united declaration on phasing out Russian fossil fuels. The Federal Minister for Economic Affairs surprised with a gesture towards the pro-nuclear EU states.

By Manuel Berkel

Die Gaszufuhr für das Spezialschiff Neptune während des offiziellen Starts des zweiten deutschen Importterminal für Flüssigerdgas LNG der Deutschen ReGas. In Lubmin muss das Terminal wegen der niedrigen Wasserstände im Greifswalder Bodden über kleinere Shuttle
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Exit from Russian gas deemed 'watertight'.

The European Commission is expected to present its draft legislation for phasing out Russian gas as early as June 17. A key point of contention is the potential for compensation claims tied to long-term contracts. But the legal mechanism is said to be strong enough, with the Commission now receiving backing for its approach.

By Manuel Berkel

Feature

Hydrogen: gas industry complains about high hurdles for imports

On May 19, the EU Member States will have one of their last chances to influence the rules for low-carbon hydrogen. The Commission has tightened the criteria for production from natural gas so much that only a few producers could remain.

By Manuel Berkel

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Energy Council: Ministers insist on price stability.

At the informal Energy Council in Warsaw, the end of energy imports from Russia was supported, but concerns were also raised. The new Minister for Economic Affairs, Katherina Reiche, warned of new dependencies.

By Manuel Berkel

Analyse

Russian gas: Importers to disclose contract data.

In the roadmap for phasing out Russian energy imports, the Commission promises more transparency regarding current contracts. Importers should also be able to withdraw from long-term supply contracts by 2027 without having to fear compensation.

By Table.Briefings