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Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
5 hours ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
5 hours ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromFortune
2 hours ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
5 hours ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
5 hours ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromFortune
2 hours ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
#energy-crisis
fromIndependent
13 hours ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Is Europe heading to an energy crisis?

Europe faces an energy supply crunch and price shock due to the ongoing Iran conflict, exacerbating low gas reserves and competition with Asia.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

How countries are tackling the global energy crisis

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to a global energy crisis with rising oil prices and various countries implementing fuel rationing measures.
fromIndependent
13 hours ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Is Europe heading to an energy crisis?

Europe faces an energy supply crunch and price shock due to the ongoing Iran conflict, exacerbating low gas reserves and competition with Asia.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Is Europe heading to an energy crisis?

Europe faces an energy supply crunch and price shock due to the ongoing Iran conflict, exacerbating low gas reserves and competition with Asia.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

How countries are tackling the global energy crisis

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to a global energy crisis with rising oil prices and various countries implementing fuel rationing measures.
#fuel-prices
fromIndependent
13 hours ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany news: Call for autobahn speed limit given fuel costs

Temporary speed limits may help address rising fuel prices and signal the seriousness of the situation.
fromIndependent
13 hours ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

#renewable-energy
Environment
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Renewables dominate 2025's newly installed generating capacity

Renewable energy capacity grew by 700 GW last year, accounting for 86% of global generating capacity growth.
US Elections
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
Environment
fromEarth911
5 days ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Schneider Electric's Steve Wilhite Maps the Renewable Energy Transition

The global energy system is shifting to distributed renewables and digital optimization, with a significant gap between corporate sustainability ambitions and delivery capabilities.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

German 'green village' rides out Mideast energy storm

Feldheim, a small German village, achieves energy self-sufficiency through renewable sources, benefiting from lower energy costs amid global price surges.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

The German village running on its own juice

Feldheim, a German village with locally-owned renewable energy infrastructure, provides residents with electricity costs less than half the national average, even during Europe's energy crisis.
Environment
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Renewables dominate 2025's newly installed generating capacity

Renewable energy capacity grew by 700 GW last year, accounting for 86% of global generating capacity growth.
US Elections
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
Environment
fromEarth911
5 days ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Schneider Electric's Steve Wilhite Maps the Renewable Energy Transition

The global energy system is shifting to distributed renewables and digital optimization, with a significant gap between corporate sustainability ambitions and delivery capabilities.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

German 'green village' rides out Mideast energy storm

Feldheim, a small German village, achieves energy self-sufficiency through renewable sources, benefiting from lower energy costs amid global price surges.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

The German village running on its own juice

Feldheim, a German village with locally-owned renewable energy infrastructure, provides residents with electricity costs less than half the national average, even during Europe's energy crisis.
fromThe Local France
7 hours ago

Eurotunnel and Eurostar still not ready for EES rollout despite deadline

The new checks, part of the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), collect digital personal records of third country nationals travelling to the Schengen area and replace the manual stamping of passports.
EU data protection
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' and assessing 'all possibilities' including fuel rationing as energy crisis deepens

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

EV adoption in America: Who's winning, who's losing?

On average, fuel prices are up almost a dollar per gallon, or 25 percent, according to AAA. For a nation as addicted to the automotive as we are, that's bad news. Except, of course, for electric vehicles.
Cars
#tesla
Toronto startup
fromTNW | China
23 hours ago

Tesla beats BYD in Q1 2026 EV sales but inventory build and Europe slump cloud the win

Tesla delivered 358,023 electric vehicles in Q1 2026, surpassing BYD but missing Wall Street expectations, leading to a significant stock drop.
Toronto startup
fromTNW | China
23 hours ago

Tesla beats BYD in Q1 2026 EV sales but inventory build and Europe slump cloud the win

Tesla delivered 358,023 electric vehicles in Q1 2026, surpassing BYD but missing Wall Street expectations, leading to a significant stock drop.
#data-centers
fromAxios
1 day ago
Tech industry

AI boom drives clash between grid power vs. energy "islands"

fromWIRED
1 week ago
European startups

The AI Race Is Pressuring Utilities to Squeeze More From Europe's Power Grids

Tech industry
fromAxios
1 day ago

AI boom drives clash between grid power vs. energy "islands"

On-site power for data centers is increasing, with projections suggesting it could reach 50% of planned capacity.
European startups
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The AI Race Is Pressuring Utilities to Squeeze More From Europe's Power Grids

European countries face energy transport challenges that limit the establishment of new data centers needed for AI compute demands.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Plug Power Gains 6%: 3 Reasons Investors Are Betting on a Hydrogen Comeback Story

Plug Power's stock has risen 6% amid positive financial developments and a strategic turnaround plan.
France news
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

PM orders France to step up electrification projects in face of oil crisis

France's government is prioritizing electrification to reduce dependence on imported oil and address rising fuel prices.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.
#germany
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago
Germany news

Energy crisis may force Germany to run coal plants longer

Germany may extend the operation of coal-fired power plants due to the ongoing energy crisis from the Middle East war.
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago
Environment

Germany's energy transition put on the back burner in 2025

Germany's renewables share barely rose in 2025 (58.8%), raising concerns that the energy transition may slow under Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany news: New fuel price law prompts huge midday spike

Gasoline stations in Germany raised prices by an average of 7.5 cents per liter following a new limit on daily price hikes.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

Energy crisis may force Germany to run coal plants longer

Germany may extend the operation of coal-fired power plants due to the ongoing energy crisis from the Middle East war.
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Data dive: Government 2030 datacentre capacity targets look shaky | Computer Weekly

The UK has about 1.59GW of currently installed datacentre capacity at just under 190 sites. If we add existing capacity to that which is planned to complete by 2030 and which has planning consent, we get 4.9GW.
UK news
SF politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

Hyperscalers often lack the "aptitude" on power as the political push picks up to expedite grid connections and pipelines | Fortune

Federal efforts to expedite power grid interconnections face challenges due to hyperscalers' communication issues and lack of understanding of processes.
London startup
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

E.On claims war in Middle East has created huge increase in solar panel sales

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

What will power the grid in 2035? The race is wide open | TechCrunch

Tech companies are seeking new energy sources due to AI's power demands, with fusion and fission startups gaining traction amid natural gas supply chain vulnerabilities.
#electric-vehicles
fromIndependent
4 days ago
Europe news

David W Higgins: To keep driving affordable, we need to embrace cheap Chinese electric cars

Cars
frominsideevs.com
21 hours ago

EV Depreciation Is Still Brutal. But Hybrids Should Give Us Hope

Electric vehicles depreciate significantly faster than hybrids and the overall market average, losing 57.2% of their value in five years.
Europe news
fromIndependent
4 days ago

David W Higgins: To keep driving affordable, we need to embrace cheap Chinese electric cars

Ireland needs to reassess its electric vehicle policies due to rising fuel prices and the cost-of-living crisis.
fromFortune
1 day ago

Countries are turning to 'structurally more resilient' energy sources as oil and gas crisis deepens, UN renewables chief says | Fortune

"A more decentralized energy system, with a growing share of renewables and more market players, is structurally more resilient. Countries that invested in the energy transition are weathering this crisis with less economic damage, as they boost energy security, resilience and competitiveness."
Environment
Tech industry
fromWIRED
1 day ago

A New Google-Funded Data Center Will Be Powered by a Massive Gas Plant

A pragmatic 'all-of-the-above' strategy is essential for energy, with gas as a critical bridge while investing in renewables.
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
3 days ago

Metafuels wins 1.92M Dutch grant to advance its Rotterdam e-SAF plant

Metafuels' aerobrew technology converts renewable methanol into drop-in jet fuel, delivering up to 90% lower lifecycle emissions than conventional kerosene, with no modifications needed for existing aircraft.
European startups
EU data protection
fromFortune
4 days ago

Is Europe too regulated to win the AI race-or ready for a second act? | Fortune

Europe faces economic decline without radical reforms, as highlighted in the Draghi report.
#diesel-prices
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 hours ago

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 hours ago

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy and inflation concerns.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 day ago

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.
Cars
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Gas Prices Are Soaring. So Is the Demand for Used EVs

Increased interest in used electric vehicles at iDrive1 Motors amid rising gas prices and reduced new EV offerings from automakers.
European startups
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
4 days ago

RepAir Carbon opens a Luxembourg office

RepAir Carbon's technology captures CO₂ using 70% less energy and is expanding into Europe's decarbonisation market with partnerships and a new office in Luxembourg.
#clean-energy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Rachel Reeves to tell G7 accelerating shift to clean energy is best defence against energy price shocks

G7 nations must accelerate clean energy transition to protect economies from oil and gas price shocks.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Europe's staggering' clean power gains undermined by failure to phase out fuel-burning machines

Europe must accelerate electrification to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and manage rising energy costs amid the global oil crisis.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Rachel Reeves to tell G7 accelerating shift to clean energy is best defence against energy price shocks

G7 nations must accelerate clean energy transition to protect economies from oil and gas price shocks.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Europe's staggering' clean power gains undermined by failure to phase out fuel-burning machines

Europe must accelerate electrification to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and manage rising energy costs amid the global oil crisis.
European startups
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Norway's Largest AI Data Center: Bitdeer Targets 180 MW Tydal Facility by 2026

Tydal Data Center AS is expanding to become Norway's largest AI data center, focusing on sustainable infrastructure and efficient growth.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

German public sector tries to reduce reliance on US tech

German authorities' data is at risk due to US access through the CLOUD Act, prompting calls for digital sovereignty alternatives.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Google teams up with gas plant for AI datacenter in sharp turn from climate goals

Google partners with Crusoe Energy for a natural gas power plant to supply energy for its Texas datacenter, marking a shift from its carbon-neutral goals.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
5 days ago

Zero-emission buses move beyond cities: intercity transition in Sustainable Bus' session at BUS2BUS - Sustainable Bus

Electrification of intercity and coach segments in Europe is advancing, requiring new infrastructure and operational strategies for zero-emission mobility.
fromSustainable Bus
5 days ago

German operator MVG deploys 20 eCitaro buses in Ludenscheid, with five more due in 2026 - Sustainable Bus

Märkische Verkehrsgesellschaft has presented 20 Mercedes eCitaro electric buses at its Lüdenscheid depot, with five more units scheduled for delivery later in 2026.
Germany news
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
5 days ago

Higer posts +14k units sold in 2025 as it expands European cooperation and prepares new e-bus launch - Sustainable Bus

Higer leads in new energy bus sales, focusing on European market expansion and innovative technology for efficiency and reliability.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Greens push for billions to be spent on energy support if bills rise

The Green Party leader calls for the government to set aside billions of pounds to support households against potential energy bill rises from Middle East conflict, funded through capital gains tax increases and energy firm profit taxes.
#solar-power
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Europe politics
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Europe's EV battery cost gap with China could shrink to 30%

Europe's EV battery cost gap with China could narrow from 90% to 30% by 2030 through proper government support, factory scaling, and manufacturing improvements, requiring a €500 sovereignty premium per vehicle.
Europe news
fromCity AM
3 days ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
#fossil-fuels-advocacy
#climate-change
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany's green reputation hits a crossroads

Germany's new climate program aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 27.1 million tons by 2030 through wind power and e-mobility initiatives.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany's big climate move bold step or bare minimum?

Germany's new climate package aims to enhance wind power and e-mobility, but critics argue it is insufficient for meeting emission reduction targets.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany's green reputation hits a crossroads

Germany's new climate program aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 27.1 million tons by 2030 through wind power and e-mobility initiatives.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany's big climate move bold step or bare minimum?

Germany's new climate package aims to enhance wind power and e-mobility, but critics argue it is insufficient for meeting emission reduction targets.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

As Iran war rages, Europe gears up for energy crisis

The European Commission urges citizens to conserve energy amid the ongoing Iran war, warning of significant economic impacts similar to past crises.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Yes to fields of wheat, no to fields of iron': how the world's greenest country soured on solar

We say yes to fields of wheat, and we say no to fields of iron! Jernmarker, or iron fields, was chosen as the Danish word of the year in December after the solar backlash swayed municipal elections and prompted some councils to pull projects.
Environment
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 week ago

What are European countries doing to keep fuel costs down?

War in the Middle East is causing energy market volatility, prompting European governments to intervene to lower fuel costs for consumers.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

What's next for Germany's troubled car giants?

In 2025, German car companies earned nearly 44% less than in 2024, with earnings before interest and taxes dropping to just 24.9 billion, the lowest since 2020.
Germany news
European startups
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

Europe Is Learning An Uncomfortable Truth About Local Battery Production

Europe's EV battery localization efforts face economic challenges due to China's dominant, cost-competitive battery supply chain, forcing manufacturers to choose between sovereignty and affordability.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany debates return to nuclear energy

EU Commission President von der Leyen advocates for nuclear energy as reliable, low-emission electricity, calling past EU nuclear phase-outs a strategic mistake, though Germany remains resistant despite energy security concerns.
#offshore-wind
fromNature
1 month ago

EU leaders should not rush to revamp green-hydrogen rules

Many planned projects have been delayed or scrapped. Adrian Odenweller and Falko Ueckerdt at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research in Germany tracked 190 projects globally that were due to begin operating in 2023. The researchers found that only 7% of these had begun operations as scheduled.
Environment
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago

EU countries urged to lower energy taxes to reduce consumer bills

European Union recommends reducing energy taxes and levies to lower consumer bills and improve business competitiveness amid regional geopolitical tensions affecting global energy supplies.
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

Germany's New EV Subsidies Apply To Extended-Range EVs And Chinese Brands

Berlin's newly announced program, reported on by various outlets, grants buyers of new electrified vehicles between $1,700 and $7,000. This figure depends on several factors, including the powertrain of the vehicle and income level of the buyer, but is meant to help revive stagnant sales one of Germany's key industries. Photo by: Scout Motors For the first time EREVsvehicles where batteries power the wheels and are recharged by a small combustion enginewill explicitly be eligible under the new program.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Renewables muscle fossil fuels out of EU electricity market, says research

Solar and wind power provided more electricity than coal and gas last year, leading a global trend, said think tank Ember. Solar and wind power outperformed fossil fuels in the European Union for the first time last year, a new high watermark on Europe's transition to green and autonomous energy. The two sources of energy generated 30 percent of EU electricity, compared with 29 percent for coal and gas, Ember, a global energy think tank, said on Thursday in its European Electricity Review.
Environment
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany updates: Berlin brings back EV subsidies

German government reintroduced EV purchase subsidies up to €6,000, including hybrids, prompting criticism, while IMF forecasts stronger German economic growth for 2026.
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