Europe
UK govt urges energy firms to support awareness campaign for winter bills help
The government plans a winter campaign to help customers struggling with energy bills, urging industry support and protection.
Switzerland to scrap ban on building nuclear power stations
Switzerland plans to lift its ban on new nuclear power plants to enhance energy security amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Spain proposes Energy Minister Ribera for EU Commissioner post
Advocate for fast transition to zero-carbon economy Teresa Ribera put forward for EU Commissioner job.
Kremlin says Europe will pay more unless gas deal extended
Ukraine gas transit deal will not be renewed, says Kyiv, as Russia warns of higher prices from other sellers.
Dutch group sues Stellantis over alleged emissions cheating
Class action lawsuit over alleged Stellantis emissions cheating is based on actions of predecessor company Fiat Chrysler.
UK energy bosses meet minister as winter fuel squeeze defended
Government sticks to removal of UK winter fuel payment for pensioners but providers called on for talks on helping vulnerable households.
Lego to replace oil in its bricks with pricier renewable plastic
Famous toymaker aims to bring down the fossil fuel content in its products – without making renewable plastic Lego bricks more expensive for...
Miliband urged to end subsidies for firms burning wood for electricity
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband faces pressure to halt subsidies for wood-burning power stations like Drax amid environmental concerns.
UN watchdog says Russian nuclear plant ‘extremely exposed’ if attacked
Director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency warns of nuclear threat in Kursk amid fighting between Russia and Ukraine.
