Energy Policy in the EU

Latest news on the energy policy of the European Union.

Automotive Electric Power Supply Systems Conference 2024 (Munich, Germany, from 22 October 2024, 12:30 CET to 24 October 2024, 18:00 CET) —

Recognising recent developments the recent developments in the electric power supply systems space, ASDEvents are proud to announce the return of the Automotive Electric Power Supply Systems conference, taking place on the 22nd - 24th October in Munich, Germany.

Reduced market share for largest natural gas company in 11 EU countries — 02 July 2024, 23:53 CET

The largest electricity and gas producers experienced a decrease in market share in many EU countries in 2022, as competition in the energy market increased compared with 2021, Eurostat reports.

EU invests EUR 3 bn emissions trading revenues for cleaner energy systems — 25 June 2024, 00:35 CET

The European Union disbursed EUR 2.967 billion Monday via its Modernisation Fund to support 39 energy projects in 10 EU Member States.

LNG energy measures in latest EU sanctions package against Russia — 25 June 2024, 19:09 CET

The EU adopted a 14th package of sanctions against Russia Monday, with new energy-related measures targeting liquified natural gas (LNG), and measures targeting vessels supporting Russia's war.

AVERE E-Mobility Conference 2024 (Monaco, from 13 November 2024, 08:30 CET to 14 November 2024, 21:00 CET) —

The AVERE E-Mobility Conference 2024 will take place in Monaco on 13-14 November 2024.

EU set to impose new tariffs on Chinese electric cars — 12 June 2024, 18:27 CET

The EU Commission said Wednesday it would impose provisional countervailing duties on imports of electric cars manufactured in China, based on first findings of an anti-subsidy investigation.

Natural gas demand drops by 7.4% in 2023 — 29 May 2024, 00:12 CET

The EU's demand for natural gas fell by another 7.4 per cent in 2023, according to figures released Tuesday by the EU's statistics agency, to a total of 12.72 million terajoules.

Europe Electric Vehicle Aftermarket: Analysis and Forecast, 2023-2032 — 27 May 2024, 23:31 CET

The Europe electric vehicle aftermarket (excluding the U.K) is projected to reach $50.66 billion by 2032 from $8.87 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 21.36% during the forecast period 2023-2032.

EU Methane Regulation to reduce harmful emissions from fossil fuels — 28 May 2024, 22:53 CET

New EU rules to curb methane emissions from the energy sector became legislation Monday, introducing new requirements on measuring, reporting and verifying methane emissions in the sector.

Battery Technologies for EV/HEV 2024 Conference (Munich, Germany, from 22 October 2024, 08:45 CET to 24 October 2024, 17:15 CET) —

The 9th Annual Battery Technologies for EV/HEV 2024 will take place on 22 to 24 October in Munich, Germany.

EU Council signs off on energy market reforms — 22 May 2024, 23:29 CET

The European Union gave the green light Tuesday to key electricity and gas market reforms as well as a new regulatory framework to boost the development of hydrogen and other decarbonised gases.

Market Research Direct reveals new report on the global future of hydrogen in the automotive market — 01 May 2024, 23:46 CET

Market Research Direct, a leading provider of market intelligence and consulting services, has added a new report on the future of hydrogen in automotive market to its catalogue. The report predicts a significant growth in the market size, from 23 thousand units in 2024 to 353 thousand units by 2035, at a CAGR of 28.3%.

EU issues EUR 850m call for energy infrastructure projects — 01 May 2024, 18:48 CET

The European Commission issued a new call for proposals for key cross-border EU energy infrastructure projects Tuesday worth up to EUR 850 million from the EU budget.

EU awards EUR 720m for renewable hydrogen production — 01 May 2024, 23:36 CET

The EU Commission awarded nearly EUR 720m to seven renewable hydrogen projects in Europe Wednesday, selected through a first competitive bidding process under the European Hydrogen Bank.

Electric cars: EU needs 8 times more charging points per year by 2030 to meet CO2 targets — 30 April 2024, 12:46 CET

A new European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) report reveals an alarming gap between the current availability of public charging points for electric cars in the EU and what will be needed in reality to meet CO2-reduction targets.

Gas Infrastructure Europe Annual Conference 2024 (Munich, Germany, from 17 October 2024, 09:00 CET to 18 October 2024, 18:00 CET) —

The 21st GIE Annual Conference - Empowering the energy transition, inspiring change: creating sustainable solutions today - will take place on 17 & 18 October 2024, in Munich, Germany.

Oil import dependency at highest point in 2022 — 17 April 2024, 22:37 CET

EU import dependency for the entire family of crude oil and petroleum products surged to a new record high of 97.7% in 2022, according to figures published Tuesday from EU statistics agency Eurostat.

Green light for energy performance of buildings law — 12 April 2024, 22:19 CET

The EU Council formally adopted a revised directive on the energy performance of buildings Friday, with the aim of helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy poverty in the EU.

Revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) - guide — 12 April 2024, 22:04 CET

The EU Council formally adopted on 12 April a revised directive on the energy performance of buildings. The directive will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy poverty in the EU.

Global supercapacitors / ultracapacitors market poised to surpass $32.6 billion by 2033 driven by energy storage revolution — 11 April 2024, 21:54 CET

The global supercapacitors / ultracapacitors market is on a trajectory of exponential growth, projected to reach a staggering $32,696.5m by 2033 from $5,309.m in 2023.

MEPs approve reforms for sustainable gas market — 12 April 2024, 22:20 CET

The EU Parliament adopted plans Thursday to facilitate the uptake of renewable and low-carbon gases, including hydrogen, into the EU gas market and lead to a market which is more sustainable and resilient.

EU funding of EUR 424m for zero-emission projects — 10 April 2024, 23:26 CET

The European Commission announced Wednesday the selection of 42 new projects deploying alternative fuels infrastructure that will receive over EUR 424 million in EU support.

Brussels opens probes into two Chinese solar companies — 09 April 2024, 00:41 CET

The European Commission launched two probes Wednesday under foreign subsidies rules into the potentially market distortive role of foreign subsidies to bidders in a public procurement procedure.

A step closer to sustainable homes in Europe: European Parliament supports the EPBD — 13 March 2024, 19:01 CET

The European Parliament paved the way for significant reductions of carbon emissions in the EU’s building sector, however the deal falls short of the ambition needed to reach climate neutrality by 2050.

EU launches EUR 1 bn call for alternative fuels infrastructure projects — 29 February 2024, 21:46 CET

The EU Commission launched a call for proposals Thursday under the Connecting Europe Facility for Transport Programme, making EUR 1 billion available to support the deployment of alternative fuels supply.