Europe
Kremlin says Germany is right to investigate Nord Stream blasts
Russia approves as Oalf Scholz announces thorough investigation into Nord Stream explosion.
Researchers aim to seal 100,000 methane wells in next decade to curb emissions
Technology experts have revealed plans to help seal 100,000 methane-leaking wells in the next decade, which could prevent millions of tonnes of greenhouse...
Renault CEO says sector could face billions in fines as EV sales slow
Europe's auto industry could face fines of 15bn euros for carbon emission due to slowing demand for EVs, Renault CEO Luca de Meo...
Russia raises forecast for 2024 oil, gas export revenues by $17.4 billion, document shows
Russia's 2024 oil and gas export forecast was raised by $17.4 billion to $239.7 billion, driven by higher price expectations.
EU countries mull 20-year tax holiday for jet fuel, document shows
EU countries consider delaying taxes on polluting aviation fuels for 20 years, complicating climate goals for net zero by 2050.
China, price cuts and costs: The fuel driving Volkswagen’s crisis
Volkswagen warns of accelerating competition from China, cutting its cost-cutting timeline and considering plant closures.
Volkswagen’s German battery plant to stay at half capacity
Workers fear PowerCo cutting back on production lines as parent company Volkswagen embarks on wider strategic review.
Germany blocks CO2 vouchers for oil companies over China fraud fears
Suspected carbon credit fraud involving projects in China sees environmental agency rejecting vouchers for 215,000 tons of CO2.
Fuel oil spill shuts several beaches in Spain’s Gran Canaria
An oil spill off Gran Canaria closed beaches and prompted an environmental emergency as authorities deployed resources to manage the slick.
Fact check: Major hurdle for UK offshore wind auction was changed by Conservatives
Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband has claimed that “Labour came in and fixed” last year’s failed offshore wind auction.
