Market design matters in the REPowerEU push to electrify
The European Commission’s REPowerEU proposals must unlock mass participation in demand-side flexibility by engaging and incentivising ‘prosumers’.
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It’s time for Macron to revive French leadership on EU climate goals
France has a unique opportunity to push for greater EU climate ambition. So why isn’t it doing so?
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New EU state aid rules keep energy transition on the back burner
Renewables and community energy get support, but so do fossil fuels, while energy efficiency – among our most crucial tools…
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Europe has a unique chance to phase out SF6 – the world’s strongest polluter
The European Commission should propose to phase out SF6, the greenhouse gas used as an insulator in switchgear – a…
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Affordable abatement: Sharpen the focus on flaring
Oil and gas operators can reduce their emissions through cost-effective anti-flaring measures. It is time for companies to fix their…
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The ECB can help fix the energy price crisis: Play the long game
The European Central Bank should support the energy transition and long-term price stability by offering better rates for green lending.
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Build back better: Renovating buildings for renewed EU climate ambition
The EU needs mandatory Minimum Energy Performance Standards for old and new buildings, backed by solid financial and technical support,…
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The conditions for community energy to promote the energy transition
Renewable energy communities (RECs) can drive the uptake of renewables and social acceptance of the low-carbon energy transition in Europe.…
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