Europe
Big banks in EU urged to step up on sustainable finance in 2025
Europe's largest banks, including Barclays and HSBC, are urged to enhance sustainable finance efforts amid rising investor scrutiny.
Europe’s carmakers discount EVs, hike petrol car prices as new emissions rules loom
European automakers raise petrol car prices while offering EV discounts to meet stricter emissions rules, facing profit challenges.
UK can have clean, stable power by 2030 — without heavy reliance on biomass
U.K. can achieve a stable, decarbonised power system by 2030 with reduced biomass reliance, driven by wind, solar and better interconnections.
Britain’s turbines set new wind record ‘taking centre stage in clean energy mix’
Britain’s turbines set a new maximum wind record, topping 22,000 megawatts for the first time on Sunday, figures indicate.
EU watchdog frees green bonds from fund naming rules
The EU allows green bond funds to invest in bonds from big polluters, easing previous restrictions and supporting decarbonization efforts.
Italy’s Erg secures 243-million-euro EIB loan for renewable energy projects
The loan will cover more than 50 per cent of the total cost of projects as it is linked to REPowerEU, the EU's...
Bosnia hits hottest year on record in 2024: meteorologists
After a scorching drought emptied one of Bosnia's largest lakes, the Balkan country is set to mark its hottest year on record in...
UK, Norway sign joint agreement to enhance carbon capture
Keir Starmer and Norway's PM sign joint agreement to enhance carbon capture efforts, aiming for finalization in 2025.
VW union calls for compromise in last-ditch talks before Christmas
Volkswagen's works council demands no plant closures as negotiations with management resume, amid threats of future strikes.
Stellantis swiftly reshapes strategy under Elkann after Tavares exit
Steered by Chairman John Elkann, Stellantis is acting swiftly to repair relations with dealers, industry partners, governments and workers.
