The Baltic states have disconnected from Russia’s power grid and will synchronize with the EU’s system, marking a major step toward energy independence and security. Read more
The penalties are part of a broader government plan to introduce active cyber defense, or preemptive action to prevent cyberattacks. Read more
The government’s draft energy plans were not subject to open debate and their outcome shows an insufficient commitment to making the changes needed to tackle climate change. Read more
A new plan envisions nuclear power making up 20% of Japan’s energy mix by 2040. But hurdles to reactor restarts and rising electricity demand cast a shadow on such ambitions. Read more
Since 2021, Greece has spent €11 billion on energy subsidies to try to protect customers. Read more
Until now the industry ministry has subsidized 60% of gasoline costs over ¥168 and under ¥185, but from Thursday the subsidy dropped to 30% for prices in that range. Read more
While electricity demand has been trending downward in Japan, experts have suggested that the decline could be reversed as the nation builds more data centers. Read more
The workers see themselves as on the front line of a crucial battle in the war with Russia — to supply millions of people with power despite Moscow’s attacks. Read more
Iran, despite holding some of the world’s largest natural gas and oil reserves, has grappled with massive energy shortages in recent months. Read more