The Ukraine war is also part of a global struggle for oil and gas. The USA wants to sell more of it to Europe. China, in turn, wants to be less dependent on oil and gas from the US and its allies – and is leaning toward Russia.
By Redaktion Table
The EU has decided to impose sanctions on the Russian oil and gas industry. Technical equipment for the energy sector is affected. In Germany, meanwhile, compensation for further increases in energy prices is being discussed.
By Lukas Knigge
Russia has been the global loser since 1989, a development that President Putin is now reversing, writes former Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel. In today's opinion, he analyzes the current development and the consequences for China and Europe. His conclusion: the continent must invest in its own security and move closer together economically. Putin will make his next steps dependent on Europe's clarity and strength.
By Redaktion Table
In the fight against high gas prices, the EU Commission is backing a subsidy and demand strategy. Member states and operators are to be obliged to achieve a minimum gas storage level by September 30 of each year. However, in the draft communication on energy prices, the authority also points the way to financial incentives. States are also to double biogas production by 2030.
By Manuel Berkel
Strategic reserves and gas from Azerbaijan are helping Italy to cope with the energy crisis better than several other EU countries. The country is also heavily dependent on Russian imports. This is one of the reasons why Italy proposed to the EU Commission back in October that it set up a joint system for gas reserves.
By Redaktion Table
