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France’s nuclear new-build financing scheme under EU scrutiny

The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether public support that France plans to grant for the construction and operation of six new nuclear reactors is in line with EU State aid rules. The opening of an in-depth State aid investigation is a common step when complex aid packages are involved, such …

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Half a billion zlotys for investments in distribution grids under Poland’s Recovery Plan

An additional half a billion zlotys (approximately 117 million euros) from the National Recovery Plan (NRP) will be allocated to modernizing Poland’s electricity grid, according to a statement from Poland’s Ministry of Climate and Environment. The energy industry will have the opportunity to make a technological leap that will enable the construction of smart infrastructure …

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How can the government respond to high energy prices?

At the Eurogroup meeting, ministers discussed policy measures in response to the crisis in the Middle East and its impact on the EU economy, including energy markets. The discussion took place in the presence of Dr. Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency. The Directorate-General for Economic and Financial Affairs prepared a Note …

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Struggling with Energy Poverty: From Local Innovations to Structural Measures

Energy poverty remains one of the most urgent social challenges of Europe’s energy transition. The energy crisises exposed structural vulnerabilities across Member States, but it also accelerated innovation. Municipalities, civil society organisations, energy communities, and research institutions have developed concrete solutions that combine social protection, climate action, and citizen engagement. This new edition of the …

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How the EU’s energy products import looked in 2025

In 2025, the EU imported € 336.7 billion worth of energy products, amounting to 723.3 million tonnes. Compared with 2024, imports decreased both in value (-11.1%) and in net mass (-0.6%). The share of energy products on total EU imports observed significant fluctuations, because of strong volatility in their prices, peaking in 2022 at 22.8% …

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Europe invests in a carbon-free future: 54 new projects launched

The Innovation Fund continues to support the deployment of net-zero emission technologies across Europe. The fund is financed by revenues from the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS). A total of 54 projects selected under the 2024 call for proposals for zero-emission technologies (the IF24 call), have already signed grant agreements, marking the start of …

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New parameters for electricity adequacy in the EU and support for capacity mechanisms

On March 17-th ACER published Decision amending the European Resource Adequacy Assessment methodology, following the proposal submitted by the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity (ENTSO-E) in November 2025. What is the methodology about? The ERAA, mandated by the Clean Energy Package (2019), is ENTSO-E’s annual assessment of the EU’s electricity supply adequacy for …

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Powering the transition to electric mobility

A new Eurelectric-EY study shows that fleet electrification could unlock up to €246bn in cumulative operating cost savings by 2030. Combined with wider system benefits, corporate fleets represent a key lever to decarbonise transport while strengthening Europe’s competitiveness. To unlock this potential, Europe must maintain ambition and implement existing legislation. Eurelectric calls for ambitious binding …

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EC proposes Industrial Accelerator Act to stregthen industry

The European Commission has published a legislative proposal to increase demand for low-carbon technologies and products manufactured in Europe. The Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) aims to stimulate production, support business growth, and create jobs in the EU, while supporting industry in the transition to cleaner technologies. In line with the recommendations in the Draghi report, …

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Towards a more resilient electricity system in an uncertain world

At the Munich Security Conference, Eurelectric presented a new report, Battle-tested power systems, which assesses the preparedness of the energy sector to respond to contemporary threats. Based on the analysis, specific recommendations were formulated for both energy companies and policymakers. “This report turns hard lessons from Ukraine into practical action for the rest of Europe” …

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