The EU’s green transportation goals have been rejected by a group of seven nations led by Germany, reigniting a debate with France that has prevented an agreement on the bloc’s renewable energy policy. The seven nations reaffirm their opposition to…
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The objectives and specifics of the energy transition are influenced by party lines and political discussion between legislators and advocacy organizations. ENERGY NEWS brings you up to date on renewable energy laws and nuclear phase-out plans, as well as the government’s climate objectives and the industries that must decrease CO2 emissions under the Climate Action Plan 2050.
At the G20, India plans to advocate for green World Bank reforms
India is likely to suggest setting up a G20 expert committee to examine World Bank reforms and improve the institution’s lending capacity for climate funding in middle- and low-income nations. The plan is anticipated to be brought up at a…
Scholz wants to obtain essential raw resources from South America
Olaf Scholz, the German chancellor, is keen on fostering energy cooperation and securing vital raw resources from South America for the energy transition. The politician is making a whistle-stop tour of Argentina, Chile, and Brazil from the 28th to the…
German transport minister opposes autobahn speed restriction after study reveals benefits for the environment
After a study revealed that the policy may reduce emissions by nearly three times more than previously believed, German Transport Minister Volker Wissing reiterated his opposition to a general speed limit on the nation’s autobahns. The Free Democrat (FDP) reportedly…
Portugal will hold its first offshore wind auction, with a goal of 10 GW by 2030
According to Prime Minister Antonio Costa, Portugal anticipates holding its first offshore wind energy auction during the fourth quarter of this year with a goal of installing 10 GW of capacity by 2030. He stated during a state visit to…
Plan for smart electric vehicle charging released by UK government
The plans to develop and expand the capabilities of smart charging in the country have been revealed by the government of the United Kingdom. Recently, the government, in conjunction with the organization that regulates the energy industry, Ofgem, issued its…
Germany is considering providing industry users with subsidies for offshore wind energy
According to a report in the business newspaper Handelsblatt, the German economy ministry is working on a proposal to subsidize offshore electricity for industry clients through an auction process. The goal of this idea is to protect businesses from growing…
Prior to the upcoming winter, Germany should be able to substantially fill its gas reserves
According to the information provided by Germany’s gas storage operator association INES, the country should be able to replenish its gas storage units prior to the upcoming winter. According to a news release issued by INES, “Even with lower LNG…
Even though car industry critics were invited to the first mobility summit held by Chancellor Scholz, it is still a contentious topic
The German chancellor hopes to redouble efforts to address the nation’s lagging emissions reduction in the transport sector at the country’s first mobility meeting under Olaf Scholz on January 10. Scholz will meet with members of the nation’s powerful automotive…
Germany’s new diesels being overtaken by battery electric vehicles
As a result of high sales in anticipation of subsidy cuts, the proportion of battery electric cars that are newly registered in Germany has finally caught up to the level of registrations of diesel cars for the first time in…