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Brussels readies ‘trade instruments’ to protect EU’s struggling wind industry
The European Commission is considering using its “trade instruments” as the EU’s wind industry continues to struggle with fierce competition from China, high raw material prices, rising interest rates, and slow permit-granting processes.
read more... 20/11/2023
Daily (09.11.2023): Brent crude dived below $80 a barrel amid economic worries in China and Europe
On Wednesday, oil prices extended their decline, with Brent crude dropping below $80 a barrel for the first time since July. This drop was mainly driven by concerns about the bleak economic outlook in China and Europe, which heightened worries about global demand for oil. Consequently, Brent crude ended at $79.54 per barrel, while WTI crude stood at $75.33 per barrel.
read more... 09/11/2023
Daily (08.11.2023): European carbon prices hit their lowest level in over a year due to substantial selling pressure
On Tuesday, oil prices extended their losses, primarily due to a negative indicator regarding Chinese exports. This development failed to inspire optimism among investors concerning the growth of the world's largest crude importer, China. As a result, both contracts plunged by over 4%. Brent crude settled at $81.61 per barrel, while WTI crude ended at $77.37 per barrel.
read more... 08/11/2023
World oil, gas, coal demand to peak by 2030
World fossil fuel demand is set to peak by 2030 as more electric cars hit the road and China's economy grows more slowly and shifts towards cleaner energy, the International Energy Agency said, undercutting the rationale for any rise in investment.
read more... 24/10/2023
EU to scrutinise foreign subsidies for wind energy sector
The European Union plans to boost financial support for the wind energy sector and scrutinise subsidies of foreign wind product imports, as local manufacturers face increased competition from China, a document seen by Reuters showed.
read more... 19/10/2023