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Volkswagen looks to brighten up electric car sales with solar panels

Volkswagen is aiming to increase its appeal to EV customers by offering them the chance of taking a solar panel deal to cut the cost of recharging.

Earth News

Electricity firms seek huge investment support for distribution grids

Europe’s energy transition and the EU goal of reaching ‘net-zero’ emissions could be at risk unless the equivalent of 0.4% of GDP is pumped into upgrading electricity distribution systems, the power sector has warned as energy ministers finalise their position on future grid development.

Earth News

Italy’s renewables ‘waking from slumber’ as new records set

It's good news, but the recovery of hydro after Italy's 2022 droughts makes the renewables data look better than it really is.

23 January 2024

Mobility

US city gets first electrified road to charge EVs while driving

Vehicles have been testing out the first electrified road in the United States that is capable of charging EVs as they drive along it.

4 December 2023

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Economy

Using energy at the right time can save Europe €10.5 billion a year

You could save 7% on your electricity bill by 2030 - and 10% by 2050 - in the EU and the UK if you tweak your consumption habits, according to a new study. Here’s how to get there.

21 November 2023

United Kingdom

Euroviews. Britain's energy crisis is far from over

Although most government support has been scaled back, energy prices are still at record highs, Carla Subirana writes.

20 October 2023

Europe News

EU electricity demand set to drop to lowest level in 20 years - IEA

Electricity demand in the European Union is set to fall by 3% in 2023 to its lowest level in twenty years, according to new estimates by the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Climate

Renewables break energy records signalling ‘end of the fossil age’

Coal is still the single largest source of electricity - but change is coming fast says Ember, with solar rising by 24% in 2022.

Earth News

6 ways to save money on EV battery charging

Skyrocketing energy bills have pushed the price of running electric cars to new heights. But that does not mean you need to ditch yours.

European Union

Electricity market reform: What exactly is a contract for difference?

The reform proposed by the European Commission has a strong focus on long-term electricity contracts.

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South Africans demand an end to power cuts

People in South Africa marched to protest power cuts that can leave them without electricity for 12 hours a day. The marchers demanded "power for the people".

25 January 2023

Greece

New gas-fired power plant being built in Greece hopes to target Balkan

The plant will use liquefied natural gas from a floating station that is also being built in the area.

15 January 2023

Ukraine

EU companies asked to urgently donate parts to repair Ukraine's grid

Russia has been carrying out massive attacks on Ukraine's electricity and heating infrastructure since October, plunging millions of civilians into the dark.

29 November 2022

Economy

Rising production costs puts the squeeze on Europe's bakers

Whether it's the local family bakery around the corner or the huge industrial-scale bakeries, skyrocketing bills are an existential threat. Euronews speaks to bakers in the Netherlands, Romania, and Italy to find out more.

17 November 2022

Earth News

Cooking for less: Tips and tricks to save money on your energy bills

Worried about the cost of living crisis? These 9 energy-saving cooking tips could lower your bills.

3 November 2022

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Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure triggers power cuts

Russia has declared its intention to target Ukraine's power, water and other vital infrastructure in its latest phase of the war.

22 October 2022

Europe News

If EU wants to save energy it must cut monthly Strasbourg move - MEP

Should the European Parliament continue to move between Brussels and Strasbourg?

17 October 2022

France

Urban lighting switch off sets an example to follow

In the face of the energy crisis, many urban authorities are limiting the lighting of public buildings. The measure is designed to make savings, but also to act as an example to others.

5 September 2022

World News

Prices for energy continue to rise across Europe

Energy prices are rocketing across Europe and with summer almost over there are fears the situation could spiral out of control this winter.

Mobility

EVs are in high demand. Are Europe’s charging stations up to speed?

Are you considering switching to an electric car? Here are three things you need to know about Europe's charging infrastructure.