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The European Commission has announced €2.9 billion in funding for 61 projects focused on cutting-edge zero-emission technologies. The funds are provided through the Innovation Fund and come from revenues generated by the European Emissions Trading System (EU ETS). The grant funding is the result of the first call for zero-emission projects (IF24 Call), launched in …

EU channels €2.9 billion into 61 zero-emission innovation projects Read More »

The modernization and digitization of Germany’s network infrastructure are key to achieving a climate-neutral and sustainable energy system, as well as strengthening the country’s economic position with prospects for growth. In order to make the necessary billions investments, the involvement of private capital is crucial. “The Federal Network Agency must take investors’ views into account. …

Investors in Germany Concerned About Proposed Changes to Grid Regulation Read More »

The Polish energy regulator has published the results of the latest supplementary power supplu market auction auction organized by PSE (Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne) for electricity supply. As a result of the auction, a total capacity of 7.58 GW was contracted.According to the auction rules, power plants emitting more than 550 kg CO₂/MWh are eligible to …

Poland Contracts 7.58 GW of Capacity in the Latest Supplementary Power Supply Auction Read More »

The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, an Estonian €750 million strategic reserve to safeguard security of electricity supply in emergency situations. A strategic reserve is a type of capacity mechanism that remunerates resources that are held outside the market and used in cases of emergency, when the electricity demand exceeds the …

€750 M Estonian strategic reserve to support security of electricity supply Read More »

EU energy policy is set to stay high on the political agenda next year, according to the Commission Work programme for 2026. Outlining the major initiatives foreseen for next year, the programme entitled ‘Europe’s independence moment‘ focuses on actions that will deepen Single Market integration, thus supporting competitiveness, growth and economic resilience. The energy sector will remain central in …

Energy to remain a priority EU policy area in 2026 Read More »

The new Emissions Trading System for road transport and buildings (ETS II) represents the next step in advancing a technology-neutral combination of policies aimed at decarbonizing the economy. Although the current framework already includes strong safeguards to ensure the smooth launch of the system and to manage the development of carbon prices, the European Commission …

How the EU Is Preparing to Prevent Price Shocks under ETS 2? Read More »

Energy prices in Europe remain too high compared to our competitors, with a risk of hindering the competitiveness of major industrial players and our economy overall, as well as the quality of life of our citizens. Therefore, building on the Affordable Energy Action Plan (COM/2025/79) put forward at the very beginning of the mandate, the Commission is …

How to lower energy prices with a set of 7 actions Read More »

The transition to a carbon-neutral economy requires electrification of large portion of the transport and heating of the buildings, which significantly increases the consumption and production of energy that needs to be connected to distribution networks. The increasing reliance on variable renewable energy sources such as wind and solar also poses new challenges for grid …

Social Benefits Assessment On The Activities of Distribution System Operators Read More »