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Ukraine’s Power Sector Is Set For A Major Transition

July 10, 20186 years ago Guest Contributor 0 Comments

Ukraine’s power sector has seen few changes during the two decades after the dissolution of the USSR, as it continued to operate as part of an energy system inherited by the newly independent states. For 20 years, it was rolling down the hill without a clear vision for the future. Now everything is about to change. Multiple pressures and opportunities have merged to open up a new pathway for the country: Ukraine can get on board of Europe’s grand energy transition by starting a profound transformation of its power sector.

EU Reaches Tepid 32.5% Energy Efficiency Goal & 40% GHG Emissions Target

June 21, 20186 years ago Joshua S Hill 0 Comments

The European Union’s governing bodies have this week sealed negotiations on three separate objectives of the so-called Energy Union including the previously-reported 32% renewables target, as well as a goal of 32.5% energy efficiency savings and a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

EU Energy Union Presages “The Year Of Engagement”

November 27, 20176 years ago Joshua S Hill 0 Comments

The European Union’s third Energy Union report shows that the EU’s transition to a low-carbon society is quickly becoming the new normal and progress towards implementing the Energy Union project is well on track.

Energy Union Initiative Should Shift Focus To Climate

March 6, 20177 years ago Guest Contributor 0 Comments

It makes more sense to shift the focus of EU energy policy to creating a low-carbon energy system. That will not only help Europe meet its climate targets, but also improve security of supply.

Solar Energy, Energy Efficiency, & Other Green Stuff Link Drop

July 29, 20159 years ago Zachary Shahan 1 Comment

Here’s some more solar energy, wind energy, energy efficiency, and general clean energy and green news & views from around the interwebs. Enjoy! Solar Energy The Oil Industry is Going Solar Kyocera Backing Floating Solar In Japan Hanwha Q CELLS Enters Indian Solar Market New Solar Panel Technologies Drive Down Costs Bold & Beautiful Solar … [continued]

European Union Launches Latest “Energy Union” Strategy

July 16, 20159 years ago Joshua S Hill 5 Comments

The European Commission has released a new set of proposals set to pave the way for the region’s “Energy Union.” The European Commission revealed a series of proposals on Wednesday that it hopes will “deliver a new deal for energy consumers … launch a redesign of the European electricity market … [continued]

The Choices & Changes For EU Electricity Market Redesign

July 3, 20159 years ago Guest Contributor 5 Comments

Originally published on Energy Post. By Sonja van Renssen The EU is on the verge of a full redesign of its electricity market. Market rules need to be updated to the reality of a much more decentralised system where renewables and the consumer are king. This is the essential next … [continued]

Can Brussels Deliver An Energy Union For Europe?

March 3, 20159 years ago Guest Contributor 0 Comments

Originally published on Energy Post. By Sonja van Renssen Energy Post takes stock of what the proposals for an Energy Union mean and ponders the key question: can Brussels deliver? The Commission is pushing hard on a far-reaching redesign of the electricity market, which is to be driven by the … [continued]

European Barriers Must Be Torn Down To Create Energy Union

December 14, 20149 years ago Joshua S Hill 0 Comments

European policy makers and leaders must “tear down” member-state barriers if the European Union is ever to transition into creating the longed-for “Energy Union” — “a fully functioning internal energy market delivering power and heating at favourable prices to citizens and private businesses across the continent.” These are the conclusions … [continued]