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Nord Stream-2 Receives Construction Permits in Sweden, Russia

Δευ, 11 Ιουνίου 2018 - 13:34

The Nord Stream-2 gas pipeline project from Russia to Germany received on June 7 the permit to construct and operate its planned pipeline system in the Swedish Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), and one out of two constructions permits in Russia, the developer of the pipeline said in a press release.

EU Measures on Emissions, Climate and Energy Could Save Lives

Παρ, 8 Ιουνίου 2018 - 14:27

The European Commission’s new Clean Air Outlook report shows that the number of premature deaths due to air pollution in 2030 could be reduced by more than half, if the Member States fully apply the bloc’s policies on emissions, climate and energy, the European Commission said on June 7.

EU Budget to Boost Energy-Transport Links, Climate Objectives

Πεμ, 7 Ιουνίου 2018 - 14:29

As part of the next long-term EU budget 2021-2027, the European Commission proposed on June 6 to renew the Connecting Europe Facility, supporting investments in the European infrastructure networks for transport with €30.6 billion and energy with €8.7 billion.

Commission Proposes Funding Increase to Support Environment, Climate Action

Τετ, 6 Ιουνίου 2018 - 13:39

The European Commission said on June 1 that for the next long-term EU budget 2021-2027, the Commission would propose increasing its funding by almost 60% for LIFE, the EU programme for the environment and climate action.

French PSA Leaves Iranian Market Due to US Sanctions

Τρι, 5 Ιουνίου 2018 - 14:39

French auto giant PSA – the makers of Peugeot and Citroen – announced on Monday that it will stop operations in Iran to avoid US sanctions.

Floating Nuclear Plant to Power Up Russia’s Arctic

Δευ, 4 Ιουνίου 2018 - 13:33

Born near the northern city of Arkhangelsk, close to the Arctic Circle, Mikhail Lomonosov was an 18th-century Russian renaissance man. An intellectual giant, who was equally a philosopher and writer that made important research and theoretical contributions that he is universally regarded as the “Father of Russian Science”.

EU Braces for Retaliation as US Tariffs Come Into Effect

Παρ, 1 Ιουνίου 2018 - 14:34

The European Commissioner for Trade, Cecilia Malmstrom, vowed to open a World Trade Organization (WTO) case against Washington on Thursday; but, Europe all eyes are now on the immediate tariffs Brussels will introduce.

Why Cobalt is Key for Economic Development in Southern Africa

Πεμ, 31 Μαΐου 2018 - 14:27

Tesla’s recent announcement that it has drastically reduced the amount of cobalt needed to produce batteries has triggered concern that the price of the metal could fall over coming years.

Šefčovič Urges EU to Move Fast in Global Battery Production Race

Τετ, 30 Μαΐου 2018 - 13:45

Battery production is a strategic imperative and the European Union has to move fast to remain competitive in this global market, European Commission Vice-President responsible for Energy Union, Maroš Šefčovič, said in his speech on May 29 during the first European Parliament Plenary since the EU adopted the 3rd Mobility Package.

Gazprom, Turkey Agree on TurkStream Europe-Oriented Onshore Section

Τρι, 29 Μαΐου 2018 - 13:32

Russian gas monopoly Gazprom and Turkey’s government signed on May 26 a protocol on the onshore section of the transit string of the TurkStream or Turkish Stream gas pipeline.

EU Accepts Gazprom’s Post-Market Test Antitrust Commitments

Παρ, 25 Μαΐου 2018 - 14:19

The European Commission announced on May 24 that it has adopted a decision imposing a set of obligations on Russian energy giant Gazprom that address the Commission’s competition concerns and enable the free flow of gas at competitive prices in Central and Eastern European gas markets.

EU Urges Russia, Ukraine to Resume Trilateral Gas Talks

Πεμ, 24 Μαΐου 2018 - 13:53

European Commission Vice President Maroš Šefčovič said on May 23 that the time has come for another round of trilateral talks with Russia and Ukraine to find a “Constructive and stable co-operation between Russia and Ukraine in the field of energy is of utmost importance for the European Union.”

EU to Invest €100 Million for Energy Efficient Homes in Germany

Τετ, 23 Μαΐου 2018 - 10:06

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €100 million long-term loan with Vivawest, a German real estate company, to build 900 energy efficient homes in North Rhine-Westphalia, the European Commission said on May 22.

5+1 Meet in Vienna on Friday to Salvage the Iran Deal

Δευ, 21 Μαΐου 2018 - 13:55

Tehran says that Europe is not doing enough to protect the 2015 nuclear deal. Still, in the absence of Washington from the negotiating table, Iran will meet with Russia, China, the UK, France and Germany in Vienna to see how to move forward with the 2015 framework agreement.

EU Takes Action to Protect Citizens from Air Pollution

Παρ, 18 Μαΐου 2018 - 13:09

In an effort to improve the air quality for Europeans, the Commission adopted a Communication on May 17 entitled ‘A Europe that protects: Clean air for all’, which outlines measures available to help the EU Member States fight air pollution.

EU, OPEC Discuss Recent Market Developments

Πεμ, 17 Μαΐου 2018 - 14:42

EU Commissioner for Budget and Human Resources Günther Oettinger and OPEC Secretary General Mohammad Sanusi Barkindo met in Vienna where they discussed global oil and energy issues and shared opinions from both the producer and consumer viewpoints, the oil cartel said in a press release.